Braedyn
2025 SSA
Below 5 births
About Braedyn
Braedyn is a contemporary masculine name with Celtic and Gaelic influences, though it's primarily a modern American creation. It's a variant spelling of Braden or Brayden, which derive from surnames meaning "broad valley" or "broad hill." This name emerged in popularity during the late 1990s and early 2000s as part of the trend toward creative spellings of traditional names. Braedyn follows the popular "-ayden" and "-aeden" sound pattern that includes names like Jayden, Kayden, and Aiden. While less common than some of its spelling variations, Braedyn offers a distinctive twist on a familiar sound. The name conveys a sense of strength and openness, reflecting its landscape-inspired origins.
Braedyn for girls
Braedyn is primarily used as a feminine name in this context, though it began as a modern variant spelling of the Irish surname Braden or given name Bradyn. The original name derives from Irish Gaelic elements meaning "broad" or "wide" and "valley." The distinctive spelling with the 'ae' combination and 'y' gives Braedyn a contemporary feel that appeals to parents seeking unique name presentations. Though traditional Irish names often have specific gender associations, Braedyn represents the modern trend of creative spelling variations that can cross gender boundaries. As a feminine name, Braedyn offers a slightly unexpected option that balances gender-neutral sounds with a feminine identity, making it appeal to parents who appreciate names that feel both strong and unique.
Pronounced BRAY-din.
As of October 2026, Braedyn ranked #5423 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1060 in 2010.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #1,413 | 119 | 62 |
| 2015 | #1,790 | 84 | 43.8 |
| 2016 | #1,922 | 76 | 40 |
| 2017 | #1,883 | 77 | 41.6 |
| 2018 | #2,421 | 54 | 29.7 |
| 2019 | #2,588 | 50 | 27.9 |
| 2020 | #3,079 | 37 | 21.4 |
| 2021 | #3,922 | 27 | 15.4 |
| 2022 | #3,700 | 30 | 17.2 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Braedyn on lists
Famous Braedyns
- Braedyn CrowleyGirl
Australian male footballer