Braydon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Braydon has its origins in English, derived from Old English elements meaning 'broad hill'. It evolved from a surname used in various historical forms and gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century. The traits associated with the name are often youthful and modern, with no biblical relevance.
The name Braydon 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. 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, Braydon has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling 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, 'Braydon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1700th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 429th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 799th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24119th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Braydon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Braydon"
Pronunciation
/ˈbreɪdən/
Origin
English
Etymology
Braydon is derived from a surname and is believed to originate from the Old English elements 'bregdan', meaning 'to draw' or 'to pull', combined with 'dun', meaning 'hill' or 'fort'.
Meaning
broad hill
Language Evolution
Braydon, Braydon (surname), Brayde (Old English variant)
Historical Usage
Braydon gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents began to favor unique and modern-sounding names.
Variants & Derivatives
Bray, Braydon, Brayden
Modern Popularity & Image
Braydon is perceived as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with a youthful and energetic image.
Famous People
Braydon Preuss, Australian actor, Braydon Kuryliw, Canadian professional soccer player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Braydon"
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 "Braydon"
"Braydon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1700th of 16616 | 710 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 429th of 24088 | 9,948 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 799th of 23106 | 3,554 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24119th of 35406 | 23 |
Regional Popularity of "Braydon" 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) |
39.46% 1454th/3685 |
- |
38.18% 1983rd/5194 |
17.90% 1131st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
7.25% 332nd/4582 |
9.76% 504th/5164 |
5.84% 427th/7313 |
6.98% 521st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
18.83% 750th/3984 |
19.50% 875th/4487 |
10.50% 716th/6822 |
16.08% 1009th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Braydon" 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 "Braydon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Braydon" 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.