How Many People Are Named Braylyn?

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

Braylyn
Very Rare
Modern American coined name

Braylyn is a very rare name, with only 1,267 people living in the US today. That's 1 in 260,378 Americans. It peaked in 2009 with 91 births, and most bearers are under 30.

~1,267
Living in US
1 in 260,378
Americans
2009
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A modern invented name blending Bray and the suffix lyn.
🌐
Origin
Modern American coined name
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Creative Independent Spirited
7
Life Path Number

The number 7 is traditionally associated with introspection, deep thinking, and a desire to understand the world on a deeper level. People connected to this number are often seen as seekers of truth who value quiet reflection and inner wisdom.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,282
Worldwide Bearers
#2,900,335
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
1,267
🇵🇭 Philippines
5
🇿🇦 South Africa
2
🇻🇪 Venezuela
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
549 (43%)
♀ Female
719 (57%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 13
1,265
Would be under 30 (99%)
13
Would be 30–60 (1%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 1,278 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: 2009

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
89
Classic Feel
17
Modern Appeal
100
International
0

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

📜 Braylyn Through the Generations

Braylyn is a relatively new name that has seen steady usage since its peak in 2009, when 91 babies were named it. Despite having over 1,200 total births across all time, only 1,267 people are currently living in the US with this name, indicating a significant gap between past popularity and current presence. The vast majority, 99%, of Braylens are under 30, making it a distinctly modern choice. This age distribution suggests a younger demographic, which aligns with its classification as a newer-generation name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 17
Georgia 10
Ohio 6
Tennessee 6
Alabama 5
California 5
Florida 5
Louisiana 5

✨ Similar Names to Braylyn

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Braylyn's Modern American coined name roots

📄 About the Name Braylyn

How Many People Have the Name Braylyn?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,267 people in the United States currently share the name Braylyn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 260,378 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Braylyn a Common or Rare Name?

Braylyn 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 Braylyn Mean?

Braylyn means "A modern invented name blending Bray and the suffix lyn." and comes from Modern American coined name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Braylyn in SSA data, approximately 43% are male and 57% are female.

When Was Braylyn Most Popular?

The name Braylyn reached peak popularity in 2009, with 91 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Braylyn?

Approximately 1,267 people named Braylyn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,278. That works out to roughly 1 in 260,378 Americans.

Is Braylyn a rare name?

Braylyn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 260,378 Americans has this name.

What does the name Braylyn mean?

Braylyn means "A modern invented name blending Bray and the suffix lyn." and comes from Modern American coined name origins.

Is Braylyn more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 43% of people named Braylyn are male and 57% are female.

When was Braylyn most popular?

Braylyn peaked in 2009 with 91 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US1,267
All-Time Births1,278
1 in X1 in 260,378
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age13
Peak Year2009
World Rank#2,900,335
Male %43%
Female %57%

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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.