Braydan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Braydan is a modern English name derived from the Irish surname 'Brayden,' meaning 'broad valley.' It evolved through various forms, gaining popularity in the late 20th century. The name is often associated with a fresh and vibrant image, though it has no biblical significance.
The name Braydan is most popular in Ohio, 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, Braydan 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, 'Braydan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10692nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2305th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3840th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30690th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Braydan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Braydan"
Pronunciation
/ˈbreɪdən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Braydan is a modern variant of the name 'Brayden,' which is derived from an Irish surname meaning 'broad valley.' The name has become popular in English-speaking countries.
Meaning
broad valley
Language Evolution
Brayden, Braden, Braydon
Historical Usage
Braydan emerged in the late 20th century and gained popularity in the 1990s and early 2000s as a trendy name for boys.
Variants & Derivatives
Brayden, Braden, Braydon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Braydan is perceived as a contemporary and stylish name, often associated with a youthful and energetic character.
Famous People
Braydan Kuroda (professional athlete), Braydan McNaughton (social media influencer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Braydan"
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 "Braydan"
"Braydan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10692nd of 16616 | 27 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2305th of 24088 | 809 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3840th of 23106 | 335 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 30690th of 35406 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Braydan" 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) |
40.11% 1838th/4582 |
57.15% 2951st/5164 |
38.89% 2844th/7313 |
62.48% 4663rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.19% 2677th/3984 |
78.20% 3509th/4487 |
58.47% 3989th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Braydan" 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 "Braydan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Braydan" 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.