I love Bran, but prefer Bram. I first truly discovered this name when reading The Sight by David Clement-Davies – a wonderful book! – whom was the ‘omega’ or ‘sikla’, which is the weakest in rank. Truth of it was, in the end he was loyal and showed his strength and love, even if it meant he died. Loved ‘im. Also adore that meaning. "Raven" - so handsome and gothic.
I really like this name. I love that it is monosyllabic which to me always gives a name sense of strength. It is also the name of a very important (and strong) character within several Patricia Briggs novels.