US Popularity:2497
Origin:British
Meaning:bright town
Brighton is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “bright town.” If you’ve enjoyed a cruise along the city’s stunning shores or found yourself mesmerized by the joyful atmosphere, you’ll likely know that Brighton is an English town surrounded by charm and serenity. Though the name Brighton originated in Britain, it's no surprise that it’s become known worldwide, especially in Brooklyn, New York, where it’s considered one of the best beach destinations around. With this adventurous name, baby Brighton is sure to find inspiration everywhere they go.

Brighton Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Brighton is currently #2908 on The Bump
Boy:Brighton is currently #907 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Brighton is currently #2497 in U.S. births
Boy:Brighton is currently #847 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2497
in 2023
- 256
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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