Brenda
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Origin and meaning
Name: Brenda (bren-da)
Gender: Unisex
Popularity in 2023: #752
Origin: Scandinavian
Meaning: Sword
Origin: Scottish
Meaning: blade of a sword
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Sword; Prince(ss)
Origin: Norse
Meaning: sword
Origin: English
Meaning: Sword
Origin and Meaning: Celtic, meaning "sword"
Etymology: From the Old Irish name Breandán, derived from the Gaelic word bréan, meaning "sword".
History of Name: The name Brenda was first used in the English language in the 19th century. It was popularized by the character of Brenda in the novel "The Little Minister" by J.M. Barrie.
Style of the Name: Brenda is a classic, timeless name that has been used for generations.
Symbolism of the Name: The name Brenda symbolizes strength and courage, as it is derived from the Gaelic word for "sword". It is also associated with loyalty and faithfulness.
Pronunciation
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IPA: /bɹˈɛndə/
Syllables: bren-da
Brenda's luck prospects
| Destiny | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Friendship | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Love | Average | ★★★ |
| Family | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Money | Good | ★★★★ |
| Health | Good | ★★★★ |
Personality traits of name Brenda
- Resilient
- Dutiful
- Decent
- Characterful
- Naive
- Stubborn
- Judgmental
Astrology of name Brenda
Zodiac sign: Capricorn
Element: Air
Ruling planet: Saturn
Lucky metal: Titanium
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| Lucky colors: | Coffee Cerulean |
Totem pet: Fish
Totem animal: Dog
Totem plant: Orchid
Totem tree: Elm
Lucky weekday: Thursday
Favorable month: March
Lucky numbers: 6, 11, 50
Lucky days of the month: 8, 22, 31
Unlucky number: 12
Hobbies: snowboarding, making dream catchers, cosplaying
Careers: Law Enforcement, History, Acting
Health issues: Bone related problems like arthritis
Letters count: 6
Numerology of name Brenda
Name popularity
Female
Raw data
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 1915 | 543 | 21 |
| 1916 | 555 | 23 |
| 1918 | 566 | 28 |
| 1919 | 569 | 30 |
| 1920 | 581 | 32 |
| 1921 | 577 | 32 |
| 1922 | 557 | 44 |
| 1923 | 570 | 43 |
| 1924 | 570 | 44 |
| 1925 | 561 | 58 |
| 1926 | 554 | 55 |
| 1927 | 563 | 47 |
| 1928 | 555 | 54 |
| 1929 | 536 | 60 |
| 1930 | 531 | 63 |
| 1931 | 520 | 66 |
| 1932 | 494 | 95 |
| 1933 | 488 | 90 |
| 1934 | 465 | 106 |
| 1935 | 449 | 132 |
| 1936 | 417 | 163 |
| 1937 | 382 | 233 |
| 1938 | 234 | 676 |
| 1939 | 86 | 2756 |
| 1940 | 42 | 5442 |
| 1941 | 41 | 6331 |
| 1942 | 40 | 7239 |
| 1943 | 35 | 8436 |
| 1944 | 30 | 8998 |
| 1945 | 29 | 9204 |
| 1946 | 24 | 12688 |
| 1947 | 21 | 15830 |
| 1948 | 17 | 17698 |
| 1949 | 13 | 20543 |
| 1950 | 14 | 20801 |
| 1951 | 14 | 21717 |
| 1952 | 15 | 21442 |
| 1953 | 18 | 20125 |
| 1954 | 18 | 19610 |
| 1955 | 17 | 19113 |
| 1956 | 19 | 19346 |
| 1957 | 13 | 24332 |
| 1958 | 16 | 21338 |
| 1959 | 16 | 21414 |
| 1960 | 13 | 23967 |
| 1961 | 11 | 23778 |
| 1962 | 13 | 21272 |
| 1963 | 15 | 19608 |
| 1964 | 18 | 17103 |
| 1965 | 23 | 15059 |
| 1966 | 25 | 13295 |
| 1967 | 31 | 11479 |
| 1968 | 34 | 9943 |
| 1969 | 38 | 8990 |
| 1970 | 40 | 8336 |
| 1971 | 43 | 7160 |
| 1972 | 44 | 6270 |
| 1973 | 53 | 5379 |
| 1974 | 58 | 4828 |
| 1975 | 67 | 4239 |
| 1976 | 78 | 3587 |
| 1977 | 91 | 3152 |
| 1978 | 101 | 2872 |
| 1979 | 112 | 2769 |
| 1980 | 115 | 2648 |
| 1981 | 111 | 2721 |
| 1982 | 117 | 2519 |
| 1983 | 119 | 2431 |
| 1984 | 111 | 2497 |
| 1985 | 118 | 2387 |
| 1986 | 120 | 2240 |
| 1987 | 128 | 2151 |
| 1988 | 122 | 2285 |
| 1989 | 132 | 2270 |
| 1990 | 122 | 2633 |
| 1991 | 120 | 2634 |
| 1992 | 118 | 2827 |
| 1993 | 112 | 2884 |
| 1994 | 121 | 2655 |
| 1995 | 118 | 2610 |
| 1996 | 131 | 2416 |
| 1997 | 145 | 2158 |
| 1998 | 146 | 2133 |
| 1999 | 160 | 1978 |
| 2000 | 169 | 1898 |
| 2001 | 186 | 1736 |
| 2002 | 206 | 1550 |
| 2003 | 223 | 1442 |
| 2004 | 196 | 1660 |
| 2005 | 208 | 1661 |
| 2006 | 236 | 1418 |
| 2007 | 272 | 1231 |
| 2008 | 326 | 968 |
| 2009 | 377 | 780 |
| 2010 | 390 | 735 |
| 2011 | 462 | 546 |
| 2012 | 471 | 561 |
| 2013 | 525 | 439 |
| 2014 | 604 | 384 |
| 2015 | 615 | 349 |
| 2016 | 633 | 339 |
| 2017 | 659 | 294 |
| 2018 | 703 | 256 |
| 2019 | 716 | 236 |
| 2020 | 770 | 179 |
| 2021 | 752 | 196 |
Male
Raw data
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 1941 | 503 | 32 |
| 1942 | 531 | 28 |
| 1943 | 551 | 22 |
| 1944 | 530 | 28 |
| 1945 | 520 | 27 |
| 1946 | 555 | 34 |
| 1947 | 565 | 37 |
| 1948 | 566 | 39 |
| 1949 | 556 | 43 |
| 1950 | 566 | 41 |
| 1951 | 568 | 44 |
| 1952 | 566 | 44 |
| 1953 | 574 | 49 |
| 1954 | 588 | 39 |
| 1955 | 604 | 40 |
| 1956 | 611 | 37 |
| 1957 | 607 | 56 |
| 1958 | 607 | 45 |
| 1959 | 609 | 53 |
| 1960 | 612 | 63 |
| 1961 | 591 | 72 |
| 1962 | 603 | 65 |
| 1963 | 606 | 53 |
| 1964 | 621 | 46 |
| 1965 | 601 | 56 |
| 1966 | 596 | 42 |
| 1967 | 610 | 38 |
| 1968 | 615 | 41 |
| 1969 | 630 | 35 |
| 1971 | 637 | 28 |
| 1972 | 644 | 26 |
| 1973 | 632 | 21 |
| 1975 | 647 | 25 |
| 1979 | 665 | 22 |
| 1980 | 667 | 24 |
| 1981 | 660 | 30 |
| 1982 | 675 | 25 |
| 1983 | 666 | 30 |
| 1984 | 666 | 31 |
| 1985 | 661 | 36 |
| 1986 | 654 | 50 |
| 1987 | 671 | 46 |
| 1988 | 689 | 42 |
| 1989 | 709 | 44 |
| 1990 | 751 | 32 |
| 1991 | 720 | 44 |
| 1992 | 755 | 28 |
| 1993 | 736 | 35 |
| 1994 | 749 | 28 |
| 1995 | 772 | 29 |
Name Brenda in sign language
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ABrenda's name color
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