Braedon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAY-don / /ˈbreɪdən/English; Gaelic
Meaning
English: broad valley; Gaelic: descendant of Bradan
Historical & Cultural Background
Braedon is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant of the name Braden, which has roots in both English and Gaelic. The name reflects a connection to nature, particularly with its meaning related to valleys and rivers.
Trend Summary
Braedon has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Braydon
- Braden
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Braedon was first seen in the United States in 1984. Braedon has ranked as high as #1100 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Braedon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Braedon (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 33 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 47 |
| 1995 | 56 |
| 1996 | 77 |
| 1997 | 66 |
| 1998 | 97 |
| 1999 | 167 |
| 2000 | 204 |
| 2001 | 178 |
| 2002 | 205 |
| 2003 | 215 |
| 2004 | 269 |
| 2005 | 261 |
| 2006 | 284 |
| 2007 | 266 |
| 2008 | 264 |
| 2009 | 224 |
| 2010 | 180 |
| 2011 | 177 |
| 2012 | 128 |
| 2013 | 106 |
| 2014 | 70 |
| 2015 | 68 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 9 |