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      Meaning of the first name
      Bron

      Origin 
      English

      Meaning 
      Short form of Bronwen or Auberon

      Variations 
      Brona, Brone, Bronx

      *Some content has been generated by an artificial intelligence language model, in combination with data sourced from Ancestry records and provided by BabyNames.com.
      The name Bron can be traced back to its English origins and is commonly understood as a shortened form of the names Bronwen or Auberon. Bronwen, derived from Welsh, combines the elements bron meaning breast or breast-like and gwen meaning white or fair. Auberon, on the other hand, finds its roots in Germanic mythology, where it signifies a ruler of the elves.

      Throughout history, the name Bron has found limited usage, primarily as a diminutive form of aforementioned names. These names were popularized in various English-speaking regions over the centuries but remained relatively uncommon compared to other names of the time. However, the name Bron has enjoyed a moderate revival in modern-day usage. While not as prevalent as some traditional first names, it is still encountered occasionally. In recent years, individuals may choose to bestow this name upon their child as an alternative to longer and more commonly used names such as Auberon and Bronwen. Its simplicity and brevity, coupled with its connection to more elaborate names, contribute to its appeal in contemporary usage.
      Based on our records...
      This is the most common surname, spouse name and child name associated with Bron.
      Olson

      is the most common surname for Bron.

      Anna

      is the most common spouse name for Bron.

      Olof

      is the most common child name for Bron.

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      1859 is when there were the most people born with the first name Bron.

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