Brenda Lore

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Brenda Lore — sword
705K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Brenda Lore is a name that combines English origins. The first name Brenda is a feminine given name of English origin. Brenda is a feminine given name in the English language. Origin The overall accepted origin for the female name Brenda is the Old Nordic male name Brandr meaning both torch and sword: evidently the male name Brandr took root in areas of the British Isles under Nordic dominance and through being heard as "Brenda" was eventually adopted as a female name. The surname Lore: Lore Agnes (1876–1953), German politician Lore Bader (1888–1973), American baseball pitcher Lore Berger (1921–1943), Swiss writer Lore Fischer (1911–1991), German alto and concert singer Lore Frisch (1925–1962), German actress Lore Lorentz (1920–1994), German cabaret artist and standup comedian Lore Noto (1923–2002), American theatre producer Lore Alford Rogers (1875–1975), American bacteriologist and dairy scientist Lore Segal (1928–2024), American novelist, translator, teacher, and author Lore Trittner (born 8 July 1933), Austrian swimmer Surname Charles B. Brenda is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 705K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Brenda reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Brenda

Meaning: sword

English

Brenda is a feminine given name in the English language. Origin The overall accepted origin for the female name Brenda is the Old Nordic male name Brandr meaning both torch and sword: evidently the male name Brandr took root in areas of the British Isles under Nordic dominance and through being heard as "Brenda" was eventually adopted as a female name.

Surname: Lore

English

Lore Agnes (1876–1953), German politician Lore Bader (1888–1973), American baseball pitcher Lore Berger (1921–1943), Swiss writer Lore Fischer (1911–1991), German alto and concert singer Lore Frisch (1925–1962), German actress Lore Lorentz (1920–1994), German cabaret artist and standup comedian Lore Noto (1923–2002), American theatre producer Lore Alford Rogers (1875–1975), American bacteriologist and dairy scientist Lore Segal (1928–2024), American novelist, translator, teacher, and author Lore Trittner (born 8 July 1933), Austrian swimmer Surname Charles B.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Brenda is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Brenda by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Brenda Lore:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Brenda?
The first name Brenda originates from English. Brenda is a feminine given name in the English language. Origin The overall accepted origin for the female name Brenda is the Old Nordic male name Brandr meaning both torch and sword: evidently the male name Brandr took root in areas of the British Isles under Nordic dominance and through being heard as "Brenda" was eventually adopted as a female name.
When was Brenda most popular?
The name Brenda reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lore?
The surname Lore originates from English. Lore Agnes (1876–1953), German politician Lore Bader (1888–1973), American baseball pitcher Lore Berger (1921–1943), Swiss writer Lore Fischer (1911–1991), German alto and concert singer Lore Frisch (1925–1962), German actress Lore Lorentz (1920–1994), German cabaret artist and standup comedian Lore Noto (1923–2002), American theatre producer Lore Alford Rogers (1875–1975), American bacteriologist and dairy scientist Lore Segal (1928–2024), American novelist, translator, teacher, and author Lore Trittner (born 8 July 1933), Austrian swimmer Surname Charles B.
How common is the surname Lore?
The surname Lore is shared by approximately 3K people worldwide.
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