Braedon
Braedon is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Salmon, descendant of Bradán.
Origin and history
Braedon is a modern variant spelling of the Irish surname and given name Braden. It is derived from an Irish surname meaning 'salmon' or 'descendant of Bradán'. In the United States, it gained popularity alongside similar-sounding names like Brandon and Brayden in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Popularity in the United States
3,994 babies in the United States have been named Braedon since 1880. It ranks #2001 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1833.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.8 %)
- CA (9.6 %)
- PA (6.8 %)
- OH (6.2 %)
- NY (4.5 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 53 |
| 1990-2000 | 615 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,370 |
| 2010-2019 | 862 |
| 2020-2029 | 94 |
Famous people named Braedon
- Braedon Bowman: Football player
Nicknames
Brady, Brae
Fun facts
- Braedon is an alternative spelling of Braden, which originates from the Irish word for salmon, a symbol of wisdom in Celtic folklore.
- The 'ae' spelling variant became popular in the United States during the late 1990s and early 2000s.