Broad valley or salmon
A modern spelling variation of Braden. It likely derives from the Irish surname Ó Bradáin, meaning descendant of Bradán, which translates to salmon. Alternatively, it is often associated with the English elements for a broad valley or hillside.
Less common today
Braydan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,729 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
