Brax Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAKS / /bræks/English; American
Meaning
Brave; a modern variation of Braxton
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Brax is primarily derived from English origins, often considered a short form of Braxton, which means 'Brock's town' or 'Brock's settlement.' In American culture, it has emerged as a contemporary name reflecting a trend towards unique and modern-sounding names.
Trend Summary
Brax reflects a modern naming trend with a preference for shorter, distinctive names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Braxton
- Braxon
International Variants
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Famous people named Brax
Brax — professional athlete.
Fictional characters named Brax
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brax was first seen in the United States in 2006. Brax has ranked as high as #1336 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Brax has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brax (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 36 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 15 |