Brantley is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin, derived from an Old English surname meaning 'wide meadow'. It gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly among families with roots in the South. The name Brantley has been popularized by several notable figures, including American actors and musicians, further cementing its place in modern naming trends.
The name Brantley experienced a notable rise in popularity from the late 1990s onwards, with significant spikes in births occurring in 1994 (16 births), 1997 (20 births), and 2000 (24 births). However, it appears that its popularity has been declining since around 2015, with the number of annual births trending downwards.