Braylyn Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAY-lin / /ˈbreɪ.lɪn/English; American
Meaning
Braylyn is often interpreted as 'brave' or 'sword' (English); it may also be a modern blend of names like Bray and Lyn (American).
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Braylyn has roots in English, where 'Bray' can refer to a brave or bold individual, while 'Lyn' is a common suffix in names that often denotes beauty or grace. As a modern American creation, it reflects a trend of combining traditional names to create unique identities. This blending showcases the evolving nature of naming practices in contemporary culture.
Trend Summary
Braylyn reflects a growing trend of unique, blended names in contemporary naming practices.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Braylynn
- Braylen
- Braelyn
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Braylyn was first seen in the United States in 1995. Braylyn has ranked as high as #1325 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Tennessee, Alabama, California, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Braylyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Braylyn (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 53 |
| 2010 | 35 |
| 2011 | 38 |
| 2012 | 44 |
| 2013 | 41 |
| 2014 | 48 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 15 |