Bradon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bradon is an Old English name meaning 'broad hill.' It evolved from historical forms like Bradan and has gained popularity in recent decades. The name is often associated with traits of strength and stability, though it does not have biblical significance.
The name Bradon is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bradon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Bradon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3939th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1716th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1816th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8211th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Bradon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bradon"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrædən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Bradon is derived from the Old English elements 'brād,' meaning 'broad' or 'wide,' and 'dūn,' meaning 'hill' or 'mountain.' Thus, it can be interpreted as 'broad hill.'
Meaning
broad hill
Language Evolution
Bradan, Bradon, Braden
Historical Usage
Bradon has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a given name since the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Braden, Brayden, Brad
Modern Popularity & Image
Bradon is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with strength and stability.
Famous People
Bradon Smith, Australian swimmer, Bradon Merrick, American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bradon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Bradon"
"Bradon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3939th of 10718 | 110 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1716th of 16616 | 700 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1816th of 24088 | 1,138 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8211th of 23106 | 107 |
Regional Popularity of "Bradon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
60.14% 2216th/3685 |
39.20% 1754th/4475 |
42.36% 2200th/5194 |
30.39% 1920th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
35.40% 1622nd/4582 |
49.75% 2569th/5164 |
26.24% 1919th/7313 |
40.73% 3040th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Bradon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bradon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bradon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.