Courageous, bold, or valiant
Derived directly from the English vocabulary word, Brave signifies courage and mental or moral strength. While historically used as a descriptor, it has emerged as a modern virtue name alongside choices like True or Justice. It conveys a sense of fearlessness and integrity.
Less common today
Brave isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,522 in 2021.
The personification of courage in various allegorical works
American R&B singer and actress
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
