Brecken Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brecken is an Irish name meaning 'speckled' or 'freckled,' derived from the Old Irish 'bréac.' It evolved through various forms including Bréac and Breacan before taking its modern form as Brecken. The name has gained popularity in recent years, associated with a modern and unique image. It has no biblical relevance, but it carries a rich cultural heritage.
The name Brecken is most popular in Nebraska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Brecken has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling 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 female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Brecken' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9965th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1509th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 828th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7838th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5238th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5007th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brecken' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brecken"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɛkən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Brecken is derived from the Irish word 'bréac,' meaning 'speckled' or 'freckled.' It is often associated with a surname that was adopted as a given name.
Meaning
speckled, freckled
Language Evolution
Bréac (Old Irish), Breacan (Middle Irish), Brecken (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Brecken gained popularity in the 20th century as a given name, particularly in the United States, where it became fashionable for its unique sound and connection to Irish heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Breckenridge, Breck, Breckin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brecken is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a sense of individuality and cultural roots.
Famous People
Brecken Palmer, an American actor, Breckenridge Long, an American diplomat
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brecken"
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 "Brecken"
"Brecken" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9965th of 16616 | 33 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1509th of 24088 | 1,497 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 828th of 23106 | 3,346 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7838th of 27321 | 144 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5238th of 35406 | 390 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5007th of 30306 | 318 |
Regional Popularity of "Brecken" 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) |
18.27% 837th/4582 |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
29.50% 2157th/7313 |
19.52% 1457th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
10.74% 428th/3984 |
40.78% 1830th/4487 |
17.59% 1200th/6822 |
16.03% 1006th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Brecken" 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) |
57.55% 2637th/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
74.77% 2979th/3984 |
- |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brecken"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brecken" 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.