Brandon Name Meaning
The name Brandon comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Brandon below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Brandon Name Meaning
EnglishFrom a surname which was derived from a place name meaning "hill covered with broom" in Old English. It is sometimes also used as a variant of BRENDAN.
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