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Brent

Boy name · 61 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Brent: 61 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 6 births in 1974.

Brent is of Old English origin, originally a topographic surname meaning “steep hill” or “burnt land,” from the Old English *brent*. It also shares its name with the River Brent in London, which gives its name to the London Borough of Brent and the Brent Cross shopping centre. Famous bearers include sportscaster Brent Musburger, actor Brent Spiner (Star Trek’s Data), and musician Brent Hinds of Mastodon. In Scotland, the name has been used steadily since the 1970s