Branton is of English origin, derived from the Old English words 'brad' meaning broad and 'tun' signifying enclosure or settlement. This name was likely given to someone who lived near a wide valley or meadow. It has been used as both a first and last name throughout history.
The name Branton appears to have been quite popular in the late 20th century and early 21st century, with a significant increase in births from the mid-1980s onwards. The highest number of births recorded was in 2002, with 31 occurrences. However, there seems to be a declining trend since around 2015, with fewer than 20 births per year being recorded recently. Over the entire period from 1928 to 2023, there were a total of 916 births named Branton.