Find out how popular the first name Braylin has been for the last 36 years (from 1988 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Braylin by gender

Based on the last 36 years of data, Braylin is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 66% of people named Braylin being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 92 male babies and 53 female babies born with the name Braylin.

The history of the first name Braylin

The given name Braylin is a relatively modern invention, likely originating in the English-speaking world within the past few decades. It does not appear to have any direct linguistic roots or connections to ancient languages or cultures.

Braylin seems to be a creative combination of the more traditional names Brayden and Kaylin or Caitlin. Brayden is an anglicized form of the Irish name Brádhán, meaning "salmon," while Kaylin and Caitlin derive from the Irish Caitlín, a diminutive of Cáit, the Irish form of Catherine, meaning "pure."

There are no known historical references or mentions of the name Braylin in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records from previous centuries. The earliest recorded examples of the name appear to be from modern birth records and naming databases.

As a relatively new name, there are few, if any, famous historical figures who bore the name Braylin. However, here are five individuals with this first name who have achieved some level of recognition:

1. Braylin Starr, an American child actress known for her role in the TV series "Raven's Home" (born in 2008).
2. Braylin Scott, an American high school football player who committed to play for the University of Texas in 2020.
3. Braylin Presley, an American singer and songwriter who gained popularity on social media platforms like TikTok and YouTube.
4. Braylin Lawhorn, an American high school basketball player who received multiple college scholarship offers.
5. Braylin Aldridge, an American child actor who appeared in the TV series "The Haunting of Hill House" (born in 2010).

While the name Braylin may lack a deep historical background, its increasing popularity in recent years reflects the growing trend of creating unique and modern names by combining elements of more traditional names.

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.

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