Braedan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Braedan is an Irish name meaning 'salmon'. It evolved from the name Bradan and has variants such as Brayden. The name is associated with strength and has gained popularity in recent decades, reflecting a modern image.
The name Braedan is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast 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, Braedan 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, 'Braedan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8930th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2384th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6796th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Braedan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Braedan"
Pronunciation
/ˈbreɪdən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Braedan is derived from the Irish name 'Bradan', which means 'salmon'. The name is often associated with strength and determination, qualities attributed to the fish.
Meaning
salmon
Language Evolution
Bradan, Braedan, Brayden
Historical Usage
The name Braedan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as part of a trend of using Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Brayden, Braydon, Braydan
Modern Popularity & Image
Braedan is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthfulness and vitality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Braedan"
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 "Braedan"
"Braedan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8930th of 16616 | 44 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2384th of 24088 | 767 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6796th of 23106 | 144 |
Regional Popularity of "Braedan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.61% 2319th/4582 |
36.66% 1893rd/5164 |
36.77% 2689th/7313 |
47.17% 3520th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
- | - |
Regional Popularity of "Braedan" 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 "Braedan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Braedan" 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.