Braedyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Braedyn is a modern English name derived from the Old Irish Bradan, meaning 'salmon'. It has evolved from historical forms like Bradan and Braeden. The name reflects a contemporary and unique identity and has gained popularity since the late 20th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Braedyn is most popular in Texas, 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Braedyn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Braedyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1458th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2322nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7733rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14287th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Braedyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Braedyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈbreɪdən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Braedyn is a modern name that is likely derived from the name Braeden, which itself is derived from the Old Irish name Bradan, meaning 'salmon'. It has gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique spelling variation.
Meaning
salmon
Language Evolution
Bradan, Braeden, Braedyn
Historical Usage
Braedyn gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often seen as a modern and trendy name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Braden, Braeden, Brayden, Braedon
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Braedyn is perceived as a contemporary name that reflects individuality and a modern sensibility. It is often chosen for its unique spelling and sound.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Braedyn"
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 "Braedyn"
"Braedyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1458th of 24088 | 1,559 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2322nd of 23106 | 705 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7733rd of 35406 | 230 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14287th of 30306 | 61 |
Regional Popularity of "Braedyn" 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) |
24.38% 1117th/4582 |
32.77% 1692nd/5164 |
20.92% 1530th/7313 |
28.49% 2126th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
47.41% 1889th/3984 |
64.54% 2896th/4487 |
36.07% 2461st/6822 |
53.44% 3354th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Braedyn" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Braedyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Braedyn" 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.