Brayden

Meaning of Brayden

Derived from the surname Braden, it means "broad valley" or "salmon."

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

Popularity of Brayden

Brayden has cooled off, slipping to #229 in 2025, down from a peak of #36 in 2011.

Notable people named Brayden

• Brayden Point
  NHL hockey player
• Brayden Schenn
  NHL hockey player
• Brayden Holtby
  Professional baseball player
• Brayden Coombs
  NFL coach
• Brayden Fletcher
  Actor

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Questions about the name Brayden

What does the name Brayden mean?

Brayden means derived from the surname braden, it means "broad valley" or "salmon.", and it comes from Irish origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Brayden?

In 2025, Brayden ranked #229 for boys, down from #190 the year before.

When was Brayden most popular?

Brayden peaked at #36 in 2011.