Braiden: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: br-ah-eed-ehn
Origin: Ireland
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Braiden carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Braiden is a masculine name of Irish origin, meaning "strong, brave, noble" or "from the wide valley." It has evolved from the Irish surname Ó Bradáin and has been popularized in various forms such as Braden, Brayden, and Braedon. The name has seen a fluctuating popularity over the years, reaching its peak in 2009 with 563 occurrences per million births in the US. Braiden is significant because it reflects a strong and noble character, making it a popular choice for parents looking to honor their Irish heritage.

Braiden Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Braiden is currently #1314 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Braiden is currently #1314 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Braiden is currently #634 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Braiden is currently #305 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Braiden is currently #681 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Braiden is currently #300 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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