Brayce
An invented name, possibly combining elements of "brave" and "grace".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Brayce. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Brayce today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Brayce births was 2015 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Brayce. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Brayce. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2015
5 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2015 SSA rank
#12,329
Tracked since 2015
Popularity
Brayce: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Brayce by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Brayce during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Brayce
The given name Brayce is a relatively modern invention, originating as a combination of the more traditional names Bray and Bryce. Its roots can be traced back to the Old English word "bræc," which translates to "newly cultivated land."
This name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. While it does not have a long historical lineage, it has been embraced by many parents seeking a unique and distinctive name for their children.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Brayce can be found in the late 1970s, when it started appearing in birth records across various regions. However, it remained relatively uncommon until the early 2000s, when it experienced a surge in popularity.
Interestingly, there are no well-known historical figures or notable individuals from ancient times who bore the name Brayce. This is likely due to its recent coinage and lack of deep cultural or linguistic roots.
Nevertheless, the name has been adopted by a few notable individuals in recent decades. Brayce Miller, an American professional basketball player born in 1997, is one such example. Another is Brayce Norton, an Australian rules footballer born in 1998, who played for the West Coast Eagles in the Australian Football League (AFL).
Brayce Wilbur, a Canadian musician and songwriter, has also contributed to the recognition of this name through his artistic endeavors. Additionally, Brayce Jones, an American author and blogger, has helped to popularize the name through his writings and online presence.
While the name Brayce may lack the rich historical tapestry of many ancient names, its modern appeal and unique sound have captured the imagination of parents seeking a distinctive moniker for their children. As it continues to gain traction, it will be fascinating to observe how this name evolves and potentially leaves its own mark on history.
People
Brayce + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Brayce as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with B
Other first names starting with B with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Brayce: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Brayce?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Brayce going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Brayce a common name?
We classify Brayce as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Brayce most popular?
The single biggest year for Brayce was 2015, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Brayce is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Brayce in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Brayce a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Brayce in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Brayce still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Brayce in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Brayce can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Brayce?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.