Brent Lanham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Brent Lanham — English
135K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Brent Lanham is a name that combines English origins. The first name Brent is a masculine given name of English origin. Brent is an Old English given name and surname. The place name can be from Celtic words meaning "holy one" (if it refers to the River Brent), or "high place", literally, "from a steep hill" (if it refers to the villages in Somerset and Devon). The surname often indicates that one's ancestors lived in a place called Brent. Brent has also become a regularly used given name in some countries, being among the thousand most common names for boys born in the United States since 1933. The surname Lanham: Andrew Lanham, American film screenwriter Charles C. Lanham (1928-2015), American politician Charles T. Lanham (1902-1978), United States Army general Edwin Lanham (1904-1979), American writer Fritz G. Lanham (1880-1965), American politician Henderson Lovelace Lanham (1888-1957), American politician Leigh Lanham (born 1977), English speedway rider John Lanham (1924-2007), American judge Richard A. Lanham (born 1936), American rhetoric theorist Robert Lanham (born 1971), American satirist S. W. T. Lanham (1846-1908), American politician Brent is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 135K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Brent reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Brent

English

Brent is an Old English given name and surname. The place name can be from Celtic words meaning "holy one" (if it refers to the River Brent), or "high place", literally, "from a steep hill" (if it refers to the villages in Somerset and Devon). The surname often indicates that one's ancestors lived in a place called Brent. Brent has also become a regularly used given name in some countries, being among the thousand most common names for boys born in the United States since 1933.

Surname: Lanham

English

Andrew Lanham, American film screenwriter Charles C. Lanham (1928-2015), American politician Charles T. Lanham (1902-1978), United States Army general Edwin Lanham (1904-1979), American writer Fritz G. Lanham (1880-1965), American politician Henderson Lovelace Lanham (1888-1957), American politician Leigh Lanham (born 1977), English speedway rider John Lanham (1924-2007), American judge Richard A. Lanham (born 1936), American rhetoric theorist Robert Lanham (born 1971), American satirist S. W. T. Lanham (1846-1908), American politician

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Brent 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 Brent Lanham:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Brent?
The first name Brent originates from English. Brent is an Old English given name and surname. The place name can be from Celtic words meaning "holy one" (if it refers to the River Brent), or "high place", literally, "from a steep hill" (if it refers to the villages in Somerset and Devon). The surname often indicates that one's ancestors lived in a place called Brent. Brent has also become a regularly used given name in some countries, being among the thousand most common names for boys born in the United States since 1933.
When was Brent most popular?
The name Brent reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lanham?
The surname Lanham originates from English. Andrew Lanham, American film screenwriter Charles C. Lanham (1928-2015), American politician Charles T. Lanham (1902-1978), United States Army general Edwin Lanham (1904-1979), American writer Fritz G. Lanham (1880-1965), American politician Henderson Lovelace Lanham (1888-1957), American politician Leigh Lanham (born 1977), English speedway rider John Lanham (1924-2007), American judge Richard A. Lanham (born 1936), American rhetoric theorist Robert Lanham (born 1971), American satirist S. W. T. Lanham (1846-1908), American politician
How common is the surname Lanham?
The surname Lanham is shared by approximately 10K people worldwide.
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