Brent Spiner's real name is Brent Jay Spiner. He also used the name Brent Jay Mintz for a significant period during his life.
Understanding Brent Spiner's Names
While widely recognized by his professional name, Brent Spiner has used different names throughout his life. His birth name is Brent Jay Spiner. However, for a notable portion of his early life and young adulthood, he went by a different surname.
Here are the names associated with Brent Spiner:
- Birth Name: Brent Jay Spiner
- Other Name Used: Brent Jay Mintz
To provide more specific details on the names and their usage periods:
Name Type | Name | Period Used |
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Birth Name | Brent Jay Spiner | Since February 2, 1949 |
Other Name | Brent Jay Mintz | 1955–1975 |
This breakdown clarifies that while Brent Jay Spiner is his original given name, he was known as Brent Jay Mintz for two decades, from the age of approximately 6 until he was about 26 years old.