Braylyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Braylyn is an American name derived from the blend of Bray and the suffix -lyn, meaning broken land or marshy area. It has evolved from historical forms like Bray and Braylynn, reflecting modern naming trends. The name does not have biblical relevance and has gained popularity in the late 20th century, associated with uniqueness.
The name Braylyn is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Braylyn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Braylyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5054th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4168th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21628th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5907th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4443rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Braylyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Braylyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈbreɪlɪn/
Origin
American
Etymology
Braylyn is a modern name that appears to be a blend of the name Bray and the suffix -lyn, which is often used in feminine names. The name Bray may derive from the Old English word 'bræge' meaning 'to break' or 'a marshy area'.
Meaning
broken land, marshy area
Language Evolution
Bray, Braylynn, Braylyn
Historical Usage
Braylyn gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Braylynn, Braylin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Braylyn is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Braylyn"
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 "Braylyn"
"Braylyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5054th of 24088 | 257 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4168th of 23106 | 297 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21628th of 27321 | 13 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5907th of 35406 | 331 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4443rd of 30306 | 380 |
Regional Popularity of "Braylyn" 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) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
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56.82% 4155th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Braylyn" 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) |
- | - |
77.22% 5647th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
79.40% 5417th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Braylyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Braylyn" 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.