Salmon; broad valley; or descendant of Bradán
Braiden is a modern spelling variant of the Irish name Braden. It is derived from the Gaelic word 'bradán' meaning salmon, which is a symbol of wisdom in Irish mythology, or from an English surname referring to a broad valley.
Less common today
Braiden isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #468 in 2010.
Finalist on the ninth season of The Voice
American football defensive end
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).