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Brendan

Brendan (name) means a male given name of Irish origin, borne by several early Irish saints. Example: “Brendan the Navigator was a famous Irish monk.”

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A male given name of Irish origin, borne by several early Irish saints.

"Brendan the Navigator was a famous Irish monk."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Anglicized from Irish Bréanainn, ultimately from a Celtic root meaning "preeminent, outstanding."

Origin: Irish

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Brendan” mean?

The word “Brendan” means a male given name of Irish origin, borne by several early Irish saints.

How do you use “Brendan” in a sentence?

Here is “Brendan” used in a sentence: “Brendan the Navigator was a famous Irish monk.”

What part of speech is “Brendan”?

“Brendan” is a name.

Where does the word “Brendan” come from?

The word “Brendan” comes from Irish. Anglicized from Irish Bréanainn, ultimately from a Celtic root meaning "preeminent, outstanding.".

Is “Brendan” a common word?

“Brendan” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Is Brendan a common first name or a surname?

Brendan is used almost exclusively as a first name rather than a surname. Its Irish saintly associations have kept it popular for boys across generations.

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