Braner

Braner Meaning & Origin

About Braner
The surname Braner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "bran," meaning "firebrand" or "torch." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked with fire or was associated with fire-related activities. The name could have been given to blacksmiths, metalworkers, or individuals involved in the production of fire or light sources. Over time, the surname Braner has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.

🌍 Origin
πŸ“ Surname Length
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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Braner is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Braner: 379
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 54,418
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.13

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Braner based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.

Ranking information for the surname Braner is not currently available.

Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
PRNR
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
BA
πŸ”Š Soundex
B60506
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
B R EY1 N ER0
🌐 IPA
/ˈbreΙͺnΙ™r/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('PRNR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
B656

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Braner in Braille

Here's how to represent Braner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Braner in braille

How to sign the name Braner using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Braner using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Braner in sign language

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