Braden
Boy name · 20 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Braden: 20 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2000.
Braden is a name with deep roots in Irish and Scottish Gaelic, derived from the surname Ó Bradáin, meaning "descendant of Bradán," where *bradán* translates to "salmon." In Celtic mythology, the salmon was a symbol of wisdom and knowledge, giving the name a quietly learned air. While no single famous Braden dominates the history books, the name has gained modern visibility through actors like Braden Holtby, the celebrated NHL goaltender, and Braden Looper, a former Major League Baseball pitcher. The name also shares its root with the River Braden in Ireland, a small waterway whose name echoes the same salmon connection. A popular variant, Bradan, is sometimes used to lean more directly into the Gaelic spelling, while the similar-sounding Brayden has become a widespread alternative in recent decades.
Boy 6 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20005 babies
- Latest (2020)
- #7113 babies
- Total births
- 20since 1997
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 13%vs prior 5y