Braydan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAY-dan / /ˈbreɪ.dən/Irish; English
Meaning
brave; son of Bradan
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish, Braydan is derived from 'Bradan', meaning 'salmon', which is a symbol of wisdom and knowledge in Celtic mythology. The English variant is often seen as a modern adaptation of the name, emphasizing bravery and strength.
Trend Summary
The name has seen a rise in usage as a modern variant of traditional names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Brayden
- Braydon
- Braiden
International Variants
- Braydan (English)
Famous people named Braydan
Braydan Kearney — athlete.
Braydan McNaughton — musician.
Fictional characters named Braydan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Braydan was first seen in the United States in 1992. Braydan has ranked as high as #1288 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Ohio, Texas, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and California. In the past 5 years the name Braydan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Braydan (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 76 |
| 2006 | 66 |
| 2007 | 76 |
| 2008 | 80 |
| 2009 | 90 |
| 2010 | 73 |
| 2011 | 66 |
| 2012 | 66 |
| 2013 | 72 |
| 2014 | 46 |
| 2015 | 40 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 7 |