Brayden: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced BRAY-dun · 2 syllables
Brayden means “salmon”, from English.
A given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage, variant of Braden.
- Meaning
- salmon
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- BRAY-dun
- US rank (2025)
- #229
- US babies a year
- about 2,397 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
- Style
- Modern
How popular is Brayden?
Brayden was the #229 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,545 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 71% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #229 |
| England & Wales | #679 |
| Scotland | #261 |
| Ireland | #639 |
| Canada | #315 |
| Australia | #352 |
How old are people named Brayden?
Half of US adults named Brayden are older than 21; most are between 18 and 30. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Brayden
What does the name Brayden mean?
Brayden means “salmon”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Brayden?
Brayden is pronounced BRAY-dun.
How popular is the name Brayden?
Brayden was the #229 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,545 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 71% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Brayden?
Half of US adults named Brayden are older than 21. Most are between 18 and 30.