Brecken Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBREK-en / /ˈbrɛkən/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: freckled; English: from the Bracken
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish tradition, Brecken is derived from 'Breac,' meaning freckled, often associated with the appearance of the skin. In English usage, it refers to a geographical feature, specifically a bracken or fern-covered area, indicating a connection to nature.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Brecken
- Brecon
International Variants
- Breac (Irish)
Famous people named Brecken
Brecken Meyer — actor and writer.
Fictional characters named Brecken
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brecken was first seen in the United States in 1990. Brecken has ranked as high as #1043 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Minnesota, Texas, Iowa, Nebraska, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Brecken has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brecken (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 17 | |
| WI | 15 | |
| NE | 13 | |
| TX | 13 | |
| IA | 12 | |
| MN | 10 | |
| KS | 8 | |
| MO | 7 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| OK | 6 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 53 |
| 2004 | 57 |
| 2005 | 75 |
| 2006 | 86 |
| 2007 | 108 |
| 2008 | 121 |
| 2009 | 193 |
| 2010 | 190 |
| 2011 | 204 |
| 2012 | 244 |
| 2013 | 239 |
| 2014 | 304 |
| 2015 | 335 |
| 2016 | 332 |
| 2017 | 343 |
| 2018 | 322 |
| 2019 | 292 |
| 2020 | 291 |
| 2021 | 244 |
| 2022 | 249 |
| 2023 | 208 |
| 2024 | 187 |