TheNameDBBrandt
PatronymicMeaning
Descendant of Brand, a Germanic personal name meaning sword or fire.
Etymology
Derived from the Germanic personal name Brand (Old High German 'brant' meaning sword or fire) combined with the patronymic suffix '-t'. The surname is common in German and Scandinavian regions.
About the Brandt Surname
A common German and Scandinavian patronymic surname with strong historical documentation. The name became established in North America through German and Scandinavian immigration.
Distribution
Widespread in Germany, Scandinavia, and North America, with significant populations in the United States.
Notable Bearers
Willy Brandt, Marion Brandt