Breindel is a name of Ashkenazi Jewish origin, derived from the Yiddish word "breyne," which means "brain." It is a diminutive form of the German name Brennhaid or Brennhild, which means "protection" or "battle." The name Breindel has a rich history among Eastern European Jews and has been popular in Jewish communities for centuries. It was often given to daughters as a wish for intelligence and wisdom. Today, Breindel is still a beloved name among Jewish families, with many women bearing this beautiful and meaningful moniker.
The name Breindel has seen a varied range of popularity over the past few decades in the United States. In the early 90s, there were five babies named Breindel each year in 1989 and 1991. The number of births with this name increased to seven in 1994 before dropping back down to five in 1997.
Interestingly, the late 90s and early 2000s saw a steady increase in the number of Breindel babies born each year. From two births in 2002, the number jumped to eight in both 2003 and 2004. This trend continued with nine births in 2005, followed by six births each year from 2006 to 2010.
The decade of the 2010s saw a significant increase in popularity for the name Breindel. There were thirteen births in both 2009 and 2013, with a peak of fifteen births in 2011. This popularity was maintained throughout the rest of the decade, with sixteen births in 2014, seven in 2016, nine in 2018, eight in both 2019 and 2020, and ten each year since then.
Overall, a total of 210 babies have been named Breindel in the United States since 1989. While the popularity of this name has fluctuated over time, it has seen consistent growth in recent years, indicating that Breindel is becoming an increasingly popular choice for parents in the United States today.