Brayson first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Brayson has been for the last 30 years (from 1994 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Brayson

An English variant of Bray, alluding to an elevated meadow or field.

Popularity of Brayson by gender

Based on the last 30 years of data, Brayson is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 76 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Brayson.

Year Male Count Female Count
2023 76 0
2022 115 0
2021 148 0
2020 155 0
2019 191 0
2018 191 0
2017 218 0
2016 214 0
2015 188 0
2014 213 0
2013 174 0
2012 181 0
2011 175 0
2010 152 0
2009 111 0
2008 89 0
2007 72 0
2006 70 0
2005 74 0
2004 43 0
2003 32 0
2002 29 0
2001 19 0
2000 19 0
1999 14 0
1998 11 0
1997 17 0
1996 6 0
1995 6 0
1994 9 0

The history of the first name Brayson

The name Brayson is a relatively modern invention, having emerged in the late 20th century. It is an English name, derived from the combination of the surname Bray and the masculine suffix -son. The origin of the surname Bray can be traced back to the Old English word "braey," meaning a small stream or brook.

Brayson does not have any known historical references or appearances in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. As a name, it is believed to have been created by parents seeking a unique and modern name for their child, drawing inspiration from the surname Bray and the popular trend of adding the suffix -son.

Due to its recent emergence, there are few notable historical figures who bore the name Brayson. However, here are a few individuals who have carried this name:

  1. Brayson Berris (born 1990), an American professional baseball player who has played in the minor leagues.

  2. Brayson Goss (born 1996), an American professional baseball player who has played in the minor leagues for the Los Angeles Dodgers organization.

  3. Brayson Hubbard (born 1999), an American college basketball player who played for the University of Tulsa.

  4. Brayson Hathaway (birth year unknown), a Canadian artist and illustrator known for his work in comic books and graphic novels.

  5. Brayson Kellogg (birth year unknown), an American entrepreneur and co-founder of a technology startup based in San Francisco.

While the name Brayson may not have a rich historical background, its modern appeal and unique sound have contributed to its growing popularity as a given name in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries.

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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