Spelling Variants
Branden vs Brandon: Which Spelling?
Branden is a modern variant of Brandon; same root.
Global Rank #378
Branden
Origin: English
Branden is a modern English variant of Brandon, derived from Old English elements "brant" (steep or burnt) and "dun" (hill), literally meaning "hill of burnt land" or "steep hill." The…
Global Rank #261
Brandon
Origin: English
The given name 'Brandon' is derived from the Old English words 'brycg' (bridge) and 'tun' (settlement), meaning 'dweller by the bridge'.
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Brandon currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.