Brayden
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
136,031 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2010 Peak Popularity Year
9,165 Peak Births

Brayden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Brayden has Irish and English roots, meaning salmon or broad. It evolved from the surname Braden and its Gaelic form Brádán. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with modernity and youth. There is no biblical relevance to the name, and it has several variants such as Braden and Braeden.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brayden"

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Pronunciation

/ˈbreɪdən/

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Origin

Irish/English

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Etymology

The name Brayden is derived from the Irish surname Braden, which itself comes from the Gaelic 'Brádán', meaning 'salmon'. It may also be linked to the Old English word 'brād', meaning 'broad'.

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Meaning

salmon, broad

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Language Evolution

Braden, Brádán, Brayden

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Historical Usage

Brayden gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as part of a trend toward modern and unique names.

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Variants & Derivatives

Braden, Braeden, Braydon

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Modern Popularity & Image

Brayden is currently perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthfulness and vitality.

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Famous People

Brayden Schenn (NHL player), Brayden Point (NHL player), Brayden Lenius (CFL player)

📊 Brayden Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Consistently Rising

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✨ Brayden Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 9,165 peak births in 2010

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brayden"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Brayden"

"Brayden" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 5127th of 10718 63
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 821st of 16616 2,337
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 85th of 24088 80,300
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 88th of 23106 52,273
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 12556th of 27321 61
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 3101st of 35406 806
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 7241st of 30306 191

Regional Popularity of "Brayden" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
19.21%
708th/3685
41.65%
1864th/4475
18.19%
945th/5194
9.02%
570th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
1.37%
63rd/4582
2.03%
105th/5164
0.97%
71st/7313
1.65%
123rd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
2.13%
85th/3984
1.63%
73rd/4487
1.11%
76th/6822
2.10%
132nd/6276

Regional Popularity of "Brayden" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 100.00%
5194th/5194
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
4582nd/4582
100.00%
5164th/5164
40.72%
2978th/7313
67.55%
5041st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Brayden"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Brayden" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Brayden" in the United States

The name Brayden is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, Brayden has been too rising for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too rising for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Brayden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5127th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 821st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 85th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 88th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12556th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3101st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7241st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brayden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Brayden name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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