Brendan Mattern

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Brendan Mattern — prince
380K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1960s Peak popularity
Gender
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Brendan Mattern is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Brendan is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Irish Gaelic Breandán, possibly from Welsh breenhin (prince). Saint Brendan the Navigator reportedly sailed to America in the 6th century. The surname Mattern: Al Mattern (1883–1958), professional baseball player Blakely Mattern (born 1988), American soccer defender Cody Mattern (born 1981), American fencer Friedemann Mattern (born 1955), German scientist Horst Mattern (born 1943), West German sprint canoeist Jimmie Mattern (1905–1988), American aviator Joachim Mattern (born 1948), East German sprint canoeist Richard Mattern Montgomery (1911–1987), Chief-of-Staff of the U. S. Brendan is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 380K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Brendan reached peak popularity in the 1960s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Brendan

Meaning: prince

Celtic

From Irish Gaelic Breandán, possibly from Welsh breenhin (prince). Saint Brendan the Navigator reportedly sailed to America in the 6th century.

Surname: Mattern

English

Al Mattern (1883–1958), professional baseball player Blakely Mattern (born 1988), American soccer defender Cody Mattern (born 1981), American fencer Friedemann Mattern (born 1955), German scientist Horst Mattern (born 1943), West German sprint canoeist Jimmie Mattern (1905–1988), American aviator Joachim Mattern (born 1948), East German sprint canoeist Richard Mattern Montgomery (1911–1987), Chief-of-Staff of the U. S.

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Geographic Distribution

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

Ireland 36%
United States 33%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 8%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Brendan Mattern

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

5
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Brendan?
The first name Brendan originates from Celtic. From Irish Gaelic Breandán, possibly from Welsh breenhin (prince). Saint Brendan the Navigator reportedly sailed to America in the 6th century.
When was Brendan most popular?
The name Brendan reached its peak popularity during the 1960s.
What is the origin of the surname Mattern?
The surname Mattern originates from English. Al Mattern (1883–1958), professional baseball player Blakely Mattern (born 1988), American soccer defender Cody Mattern (born 1981), American fencer Friedemann Mattern (born 1955), German scientist Horst Mattern (born 1943), West German sprint canoeist Jimmie Mattern (1905–1988), American aviator Joachim Mattern (born 1948), East German sprint canoeist Richard Mattern Montgomery (1911–1987), Chief-of-Staff of the U. S.
What are the origins of the name Brendan Mattern?
The name Brendan Mattern combines two different traditions: the first name Brendan has Celtic roots, while the surname Mattern originates from English.
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