How Many People Are Named Braedyn?

Complete statistics for the name Braedyn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Braedyn
Very Rare
Irish and English

Braedyn is a very rare name, barely making waves. Only 2,545 people in the US are named Braedyn, and that's just 1 in 129,653 Americans. It peaked in 2008 with 198 births, and most Braedyns are young, under 30.

~2,545
Living in US
1 in 129,653
Americans
2008
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Broad hill or broad valley
🌐
Origin
Irish and English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Creative Independent Warm Adaptable
33
Life Path Number

The number 33 is considered a Master Number in numerology, sometimes called the "Master Teacher." It represents compassion, healing, and a deep desire to uplift others, often associated with people who feel a strong sense of responsibility toward the well-being of those around them.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,585
Worldwide Bearers
#1,614,485
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
2,545

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
2,257 (89%)
♀ Female
288 (11%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 16
2,555
Would be under 30 (99%)
18
Would be 30–60 (1%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 2,573 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2008

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
93
Classic Feel
18
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Braedyn Through the Generations

Braedyn is a name that has seen a steady decline since its peak in 2008, when 198 babies were born with this moniker. Despite having been given to over 2,500 people in total, only 2,545 Braedyns are currently living, indicating a significant drop-off in recent years. The majority of these individuals are under 30, making it a distinctly modern name. This stark contrast between the all-time births and current living count underscores the name's fleeting popularity. The fact that almost all Braedyns are under 30 also suggests a younger demographic, which aligns with the name being considered a modern, newer-generation choice.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 188
California 81
Ohio 79
Pennsylvania 75
Michigan 68
Indiana 47
Georgia 43
Wisconsin 42
Illinois 40
New York 36

✨ Similar Names to Braedyn

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Braedyn's Irish and English roots

📄 About the Name Braedyn

How Many People Have the Name Braedyn?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,545 people in the United States currently share the name Braedyn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 129,653 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Braedyn a Common or Rare Name?

Braedyn is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Braedyn Mean?

Braedyn means "Broad hill or broad valley" and comes from Irish and English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Braedyn in SSA data, approximately 89% are male and 11% are female.

When Was Braedyn Most Popular?

The name Braedyn reached peak popularity in 2008, with 198 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Braedyn?

Approximately 2,545 people named Braedyn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,573. That works out to roughly 1 in 129,653 Americans.

Is Braedyn a rare name?

Braedyn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 129,653 Americans has this name.

What does the name Braedyn mean?

Braedyn means "Broad hill or broad valley" and comes from Irish and English origins.

Is Braedyn more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 89% of people named Braedyn are male and 11% are female.

When was Braedyn most popular?

Braedyn peaked in 2008 with 198 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US2,545
All-Time Births2,573
1 in X1 in 129,653
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age16
Peak Year2008
World Rank#1,614,485
Male %89%
Female %11%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.