Branwell

BRAN-well

English

"well where the gorse grows; bramble well; raven's well"

Branwell Origin and Meaning

The name Branwell is a boy's name meaning "well where the gorse grows; bramble well; raven's well".

Best associated with painter and writer Branwell Brontë, the only brother among his more famous, literary sisters, Branwell has the vibes of rugged, lonely, windy moors and brooding heroes.

Possibly a variation of Bramwell, Branwell may derive from a historical hamlet in England, whose exact location has been lost to time. It comes from the Old English word for "bramble bush", giving it a connection to the natural world. However, if Branwell is a separate name - or came before Bramwell - it may also potentially have the meaning "raven's well", via the Welsh and Irish element bran.

With a touch of Dark Academic and a hint of clunky upper crust surname-y vibes, Branwell could make an unexpected choice, and an interesting way to get to nickname Wells.

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Famous People Named Branwell

• (Patrick) Branwell Brontë English painter and writer; brother of the Brontë sisters