How Many People Are Named Brayla?

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

Brayla
Very Rare
Modern American coined name

Brayla is a very rare name, barely making the top 1,000 names ever used in the US. Only 604 people are named Brayla today, and you'd have to meet 546,012 people to find one. Most Braylas are young, with almost 600 under 30.

~604
Living in US
1 in 546,012
Americans
2017
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A modern invented name, possibly a blend of 'Bray' and the popular suffix '-la' or '-ayla'.
🌐
Origin
Modern American coined name
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Creative Spirited Independent
5
Life Path Number

The number 5 is traditionally associated with freedom, adventure, and versatility. People linked to this number tend to be curious and adaptable, always seeking new experiences and resisting routine.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

631
Worldwide Bearers
#2,036,353
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
604

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
604 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 13
598
Would be under 30 (98%)
11
Would be 30–60 (2%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 609 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: 2017

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
82
Classic Feel
12
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

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

📜 Brayla Through the Generations

Brayla has been on the rise since its peak in 2017 when 44 babies were named it. Today, only 604 people carry this name, showing a significant gap between its all-time usage and current population. The vast majority, 98%, are under 30, making it a distinctly modern choice. This trend is surprising given its rarity; while many names come and go, Brayla has managed to maintain a steady presence among younger generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Ohio 15
Georgia 10
Texas 10
Tennessee 6
Louisiana 5
Mississippi 5

✨ Similar Names to Brayla

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Brayla's Modern American coined name roots

📄 About the Name Brayla

How Many People Have the Name Brayla?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 604 people in the United States currently share the name Brayla. That works out to roughly 1 in every 546,012 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Brayla a Common or Rare Name?

Brayla 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 Brayla Mean?

Brayla means "A modern invented name, possibly a blend of 'Bray' and the popular suffix '-la' or '-ayla'." and comes from Modern American coined name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Brayla in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Brayla Most Popular?

The name Brayla reached peak popularity in 2017, with 44 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

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 Brayla?

Approximately 604 people named Brayla live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 609. That works out to roughly 1 in 546,012 Americans.

Is Brayla a rare name?

Brayla is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 546,012 Americans has this name.

What does the name Brayla mean?

Brayla means "A modern invented name, possibly a blend of 'Bray' and the popular suffix '-la' or '-ayla'." and comes from Modern American coined name origins.

Is Brayla more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Brayla are male and 100% are female.

When was Brayla most popular?

Brayla peaked in 2017 with 44 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

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 US604
All-Time Births609
1 in X1 in 546,012
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age13
Peak Year2017
World Rank#2,036,353
Male %0%
Female %100%

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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.