Braeden
Braeden is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Salmon.
Origin and history
Braeden is a modern Anglicized variant of the Irish surname Bradán, which derives from the word for salmon. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 1990s and early 2000s alongside similar sounding names like Braden and Aidan. Today, it remains a recognized modern American choice, though its usage has moderated in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
13,642 babies in the United States have been named Braeden since 1880. It ranks #1017 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1544.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.4 %)
- CA (7.4 %)
- OH (5 %)
- NY (4.5 %)
- PA (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 10 |
| 1980-1990 | 120 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,525 |
| 2000-2010 | 8,403 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,200 |
| 2020-2029 | 384 |
Famous people named Braeden
- Braeden Lemasters: Actor, Musician
- Braeden Bowman: Athlete, Ice hockey player
Nicknames
Brady, Brae
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Gaelic word 'bradán', which historically referred to the salmon in Irish mythology and folklore.
- Braeden emerged as part of the broader popularity of 'aiden' and 'aden' rhyming names in the United States around the turn of the 21st century.