Braden
Braden is a distinctive choice, ranked #3684 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Braden in their class.
About the Name Braden
Braden is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 1353 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #535 in 1996 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.
Braden is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Braden in their class.
In the US it ranks even higher at #937, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Braden
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In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Braden
Almost certainly the only Braden in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2025)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2022)
Rank · SSA official data
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