Braylee first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Braylee has been for the last 32 years (from 1993 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Braylee

A name of English origin meaning "broad meadow" or "broad clearing".

Popularity of Braylee by gender

Based on the last 32 years of data, Braylee is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 99% of people named Braylee being female.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 203 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Braylee.

YearMale CountFemale Count
20240203
20230215
20220218
20210269
20207291
20195324
20185345
20170423
20167484
20159551
20147578
20137510
201213555
20118337
20106250
20098251
20080175
20070143
20060102
20050100
2004080
2003047
2002051
2001038
2000025
1999038
1998017
1997011
199608
199508
1993012

The history of the first name Braylee

The name Braylee is a relatively modern given name with uncertain origins. It is thought to be a variation of the name Brayden, which is an English name derived from the surname Braydon or Brayden, originating from a place name meaning "broad valley" or "broad hill" in Old English.

While the name Braylee does not have a long historical record, it is possible that it was influenced by the French name Brielle or the Irish name Bríghid, both of which have roots in the Gaelic word "brígh" meaning "strength" or "vigor". However, the connection between these names and Braylee is tenuous at best.

The earliest known instances of the name Braylee appear to be relatively recent, with the first recorded examples dating back to the late 20th century. It is likely that the name gained popularity as a combination of the increasingly common names Brayden and Hayley, or as a unique variation on these names.

Despite its modern origins, a few notable individuals have borne the name Braylee throughout history. One of the earliest recorded instances is Braylee Newby, an American actress born in 1997, known for her roles in television shows such as "The Middle" and "Raven's Home".

Another notable Braylee is Braylee Reynolds, an American gymnast born in 2006, who has competed in various national and international competitions, including the 2021 U.S. Gymnastics Championships.

In the world of sports, Braylee Watts, an Australian rules footballer born in 1998, has played for the Carlton Football Club in the Australian Football League Women's (AFLW) competition since 2017.

Braylee Edmondson, an American singer and songwriter born in 2001, has gained recognition for her participation in various music competitions and for releasing her debut single "Love Sick" in 2019.

Lastly, Braylee Camrud, an American actress born in 2006, has appeared in several television shows and films, including "The Thundermans" and "The Sleepover".

While the name Braylee is relatively new and lacks a deep historical lineage, it has begun to establish itself in various fields, and its popularity may continue to grow in the years to come.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Braylee was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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