Brayson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brayson is an English name derived from the surname Brayshaw, meaning 'brave thicket dweller'. It has evolved from historical forms and gained popularity as a first name in recent decades. The name does not have biblical relevance and is seen as modern and trendy.
The name Brayson is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy 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. From 2020-2022, Brayson has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Brayson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11609th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1849th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1181st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Brayson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brayson"
Pronunciation
/ˈbreɪsən/
Origin
English
Etymology
Brayson is a modern English name, likely derived from the surname Brayshaw, which combines the Old English 'bræge' meaning 'brave' and 'shaw' meaning 'wood' or 'thicket'.
Meaning
brave thicket dweller
Language Evolution
Brayshaw, Brayson
Historical Usage
Brayson gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern first name, reflecting a trend towards adopting surnames as given names.
Variants & Derivatives
Bray, Bryson
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brayson is perceived as a trendy and unique name, often favored by parents looking for names that are modern yet rooted in traditional sounds.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brayson"
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 "Brayson"
"Brayson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11609th of 16616 | 21 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1849th of 24088 | 1,108 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1181st of 23106 | 1,972 |
Regional Popularity of "Brayson" 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) |
34.40% 1576th/4582 |
60.67% 3133rd/5164 |
19.03% 1392nd/7313 |
50.27% 3752nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
25.33% 1009th/3984 |
35.39% 1588th/4487 |
14.76% 1007th/6822 |
41.17% 2584th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Brayson" 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 "Brayson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brayson" 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.