Bray Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAY / breɪEnglish; Irish
Meaning
English: 'broad' or 'wide'; Irish: 'descendant of Brágh', meaning 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bray has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is often associated with geographical features, indicating a broad or wide area. In Ireland, it is linked to the Gaelic surname Brágh, which signifies bravery. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting regional variations.
Trend Summary
Bray has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brayden
- Braylon
International Variants
- Bray (English)
- Bré (Irish)
Famous people named Bray
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bray was first seen in the United States in 1970. Bray has ranked as high as #1314 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Bray has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bray (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 46 |