How Many People Are Named Brecken?

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

Brecken
Very Rare
Old English

Brecken means 'hill' in Old English and is a very rare name for boys. Only 1 in 58,092 Americans are named Brecken, making it super unique. The majority, 97%, are under 30, showing it's a trendy choice for younger parents.

~5,681
Living in US
1 in 58,092
Americans
2017
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Hill
🌐
Origin
Old English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Determined Adventurous
4
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 4 are known for their stability and practicality.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

5,880
Worldwide Bearers
#642,605
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
5,681

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
4,832 (85%)
♀ Female
849 (15%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 12
5,551
Would be under 30 (97%)
183
Would be 30–60 (3%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 5,734 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
96
Classic Feel
15
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

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

📜 Brecken Through the Generations

Brecken has seen a surge in popularity, peaking in 2017 with 375 births. Today, there are 5,681 people named Brecken living in the US, with most under 30 years old. This modern name is still on the rise, indicating it's favored among new generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Minnesota 395
Texas 317
Iowa 306
Nebraska 262
Kansas 256
Wisconsin 245
Colorado 238
Missouri 189
Illinois 166
Michigan 166

✨ Similar Names to Brecken

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Brecken's Old English roots

📄 About the Name Brecken

How Many People Have the Name Brecken?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 5,681 people in the United States currently share the name Brecken. That works out to roughly 1 in every 58,092 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Brecken a Common or Rare Name?

Brecken 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 Brecken Mean?

Brecken means "hill" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Brecken in SSA data, approximately 85% are male and 15% are female.

When Was Brecken Most Popular?

The name Brecken reached peak popularity in 2017, with 375 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 Brecken?

Approximately 5,681 people named Brecken live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 5,734. That works out to roughly 1 in 58,092 Americans.

Is Brecken a rare name?

Brecken is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 58,092 Americans has this name.

What does the name Brecken mean?

Brecken means "hill" and comes from Old English origins.

Is Brecken more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 85% of people named Brecken are male and 15% are female.

When was Brecken most popular?

Brecken peaked in 2017 with 375 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 US5,681
All-Time Births5,734
1 in X1 in 58,092
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age12
Peak Year2017
World Rank#642,605
Male %85%
Female %15%

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Data Source

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

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.