Braiden

Meaning of Braiden

It comes from an Irish surname meaning 'salmon'. It can also imply someone from a place rich in salmon.

Braiden has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Braiden

After ranking as high as #468 in 2010, Braiden has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Braiden

• Braiden Sunshine
  American singer, 'The Voice' contestant
• Braiden McGillis
  Canadian ice hockey defenseman
• Braiden Shaw
  Canadian Football League player
• Braiden Brough
  Australian rugby league player
• Braiden Dorman
  Former child actor

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Questions about the name Braiden

What does the name Braiden mean?

Braiden means it comes from an irish surname meaning 'salmon'. it can also imply someone from a place rich in salmon, and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Braiden a boy's or a girl's name?

Braiden is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Braiden?

Braiden did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Braiden most popular?

Braiden peaked at #468 in 2010.