Branch Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
English
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Branch represents growth and new beginnings.
Meaning of the Name Branch
Branch is an English name that is derived from the Old French word "branche", meaning "a shoot or sprout of a tree". It represents growth, new beginnings and the connection between nature and humans. With its simple and natural imagery, Branch is often associated with vitality and strength. It can also symbolize family ties and the continuation of a lineage.
Popularity of the Name Branch
The popularity for the name Branch peaked in popularity in the year 2018 with 92 births, which ranked number 3,784 out of 29,661 unique names for that year. Branch had the most male births in 2018 with 92, which ranked number 1,702 out of 14,095 male names. The number of births for the name Branch has increased sharply over the last ten years from 13 births to 58 births, an increase of 346.15%. Among males, Branch has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 13 births to 58 births, an increase of 346.15%.
Nationwide Popularity of Branch
- 10 Year Trend of Branch: 346.15%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Branch: 346.15%
Popularity of Branch by State
For males, Branch was most popular in Southwestern states with 7 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in TX, with 7 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Branch. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IN | 5 | 946 | < 5 | N/A |
| TX | 7 | 2125 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Branch
- Total Births of Branch: 67 (16.13%)
- Male Births of Branch: 67 (16.13%)
Given the upward trend of Branch over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 16.13% increase in total births, for a total of 67 births in 2024. Male births for Branch have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 67 male births in 2024, an increase of 16.13%.