Branson

English

"son of the raven"

Branson Origin and Meaning

The name Branson is a boy's name of English origin meaning "son of the raven".

Branson is a fairly recent addition to the Top 1000, first breaking in at Number 988 in 1995. While it may not be a common sighting yet, it fits the trend of more popular cousins Mason, Grayson, Hudson, and Carson.

Virgin Airlines entrepreneur Richard Branson spotlights this surname name. It also fits the category of place name, thanks to rising tourist destination Branson, Missouri.

Branson Rank in US Top 1000

# 931 in the US

Popularity of the name Branson

• 931 US 2021
• 1807 Nameberry 2024
• 87 Unique 2023
• 490 Future 2028

20 Names Similar to Branson

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• Leighton
• Graydon
• Carsen
• Blakely
• Dilan
• Barron
• Blaine
• Kenton
• Bryant
• Dillon
• Westin
• Maxton
• Layton
• Keaton
• Coleson
• Brice
• Pierson
• Leeland
• Mckinley
• Channing

Famous People Named Branson

• Branson Nathaniel Tanner son of YouTubers Johnny and Sara Tanner (Yawi Vlogs; Tannerites)
• Richard Charles Nicholas Branson English business magnate, investor, and philanthropist

The name Branson in Pop Culture

• Tom Branson often called Branson, character on TV's "Downton Abbey"
• Seth Branson character on TV's "Scream"
• Branson Missouri, USA, entertainment capital of the Midwest