Brent Loring

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Brent Loring — English
135K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Brent Loring 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 Loring: Charles Loring (judge) (1873–1961), American lawyer, judge and Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court Charles Greely Loring (architect) (1881–1966), American architect based in Boston, son of the Civil War general Charles Greely Loring (general) (1828–1902), Union Army general during the Civil War, later director of Boston's Museum of Fine Arts Charles Greely Loring (lawyer) (1794–1867), American lawyer and politician based in Boston, father of the Civil War general Charles Harding Loring (1828–1907), American mechanical engineer Charles J. Loring Jr. 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: Loring

English

Charles Loring (judge) (1873–1961), American lawyer, judge and Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court Charles Greely Loring (architect) (1881–1966), American architect based in Boston, son of the Civil War general Charles Greely Loring (general) (1828–1902), Union Army general during the Civil War, later director of Boston's Museum of Fine Arts Charles Greely Loring (lawyer) (1794–1867), American lawyer and politician based in Boston, father of the Civil War general Charles Harding Loring (1828–1907), American mechanical engineer Charles J. Loring Jr.

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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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Notable People Named Brent Loring

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 Brent Loring:

8
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Loring?
The surname Loring originates from English. Charles Loring (judge) (1873–1961), American lawyer, judge and Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court Charles Greely Loring (architect) (1881–1966), American architect based in Boston, son of the Civil War general Charles Greely Loring (general) (1828–1902), Union Army general during the Civil War, later director of Boston's Museum of Fine Arts Charles Greely Loring (lawyer) (1794–1867), American lawyer and politician based in Boston, father of the Civil War general Charles Harding Loring (1828–1907), American mechanical engineer Charles J. Loring Jr.
How common is the surname Loring?
The surname Loring is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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