Brave Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAYV / /breɪv/English; Old French
Meaning
brave, courageous (English); bold, valiant (Old French)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'Brave' has been used since the Middle Ages to denote courage and valor. The Old French origin reflects the influence of Norman culture on the English language, where bravery was highly esteemed in chivalric traditions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Brayv
- Bravey
International Variants
- Brav (Slavic)
Famous people named Brave
Brave Smith — athlete.
Brave Johnson — artist.
Fictional characters named Brave
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brave was first seen in the United States in 2008. Brave has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Brave has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brave (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 41 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 53 |
| 2022 | 54 |
| 2023 | 53 |
| 2024 | 35 |