US Popularity:10378
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Scottish
Meaning:High; noble; Son of the judge
Brain is a masculine name of Irish and Scottish origin to match baby’s thoughtful demeanor. A respelling of the name Brian, it translates to “high” or “noble,” which is sure to keep baby’s chin up during any obstacle. Brain may also come from the Scottish surname, Mac an Bhreitheamham, meaning “son of the judge.” If you want your little one to always keep a level head and approach each situation with fairness, the name Brain makes for a smart choice.

Brain Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2017
#24146
in 2017
+ 3635
from 2016
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