Branigan
BRAN-i-gan
Letters
8
Syllables
3
Origin
Irish
Total Births
70
Peak Year
#17 in 1985
First Recorded
1983
Style
Strong & Bold, Vintage
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An Irish surname turned given name, derived from 'Ó Branagáin,' meaning 'descendant of Branagán.' Branagán is a diminutive of 'Bran', meaning 'raven'.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Phil Branigan
Australian rules footballer
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