Brayden Boy
Origin(s)
English; Irish
Meaning
English: Broad valley; Irish: Descendant of Bradan
Historical & Cultural Background
Brayden is a modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is often associated with a trend of names ending in '-ayden' that emerged during this time. The name has roots in both English and Irish cultures, reflecting a blend of influences. It is commonly used in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Brayden has seen significant popularity in the United States, particularly in the 2000s.
Similar Names
Braylon, Kaden, Jaden, Zayden, Raiden, Aidan, Brendan
Variants
- Braeden
- Braydon
- Braden
International Variants
- Brayden (English)
- Braden (English)
Famous people named Brayden
Brayden Schenn is a professional ice hockey player known for his time with the St. Louis Blues.
Brayden Point is a professional ice hockey player who plays for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Fictional characters named Brayden
Brayden is a character in the television series 'The Secret Life of the American Teenager' known for his complex relationships.
Brayden is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II' who plays a role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brayden was first seen in the United States in 1970. Brayden has ranked as high as #53 nationally which occurred in 2010 and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, New York, California, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Brayden has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brayden (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 173 | |
| FL | 137 | |
| NY | 135 | |
| CA | 135 | |
| PA | 96 | |
| NC | 79 | |
| GA | 79 | |
| OH | 74 | |
| MI | 69 | |
| MA | 65 | |
| IL | 57 | |
| TN | 53 | |
| VA | 53 | |
| IN | 48 | |
| LA | 47 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 43 |
| 1987 | 39 |
| 1988 | 61 |
| 1989 | 82 |
| 1990 | 103 |
| 1991 | 142 |
| 1992 | 173 |
| 1993 | 250 |
| 1994 | 310 |
| 1995 | 450 |
| 1996 | 604 |
| 1997 | 724 |
| 1998 | 1,015 |
| 1999 | 1,523 |
| 2000 | 1,760 |
| 2001 | 2,129 |
| 2002 | 2,809 |
| 2003 | 3,672 |
| 2004 | 4,066 |
| 2005 | 5,512 |
| 2006 | 6,160 |
| 2007 | 7,226 |
| 2008 | 8,445 |
| 2009 | 8,603 |
| 2010 | 9,119 |
| 2011 | 9,024 |
| 2012 | 8,513 |
| 2013 | 7,455 |
| 2014 | 6,592 |
| 2015 | 6,280 |
| 2016 | 5,734 |
| 2017 | 5,177 |
| 2018 | 4,422 |
| 2019 | 3,689 |
| 2020 | 3,292 |
| 2021 | 2,846 |
| 2022 | 2,587 |
| 2023 | 2,282 |
| 2024 | 1,917 |