Likely a modern variation of Brainard, meaning bold raven.
Brayner is a rare contemporary name, likely derived from the Germanic name Brainard or Brannard. It combines the elements 'brand' (sword or fire) or 'braban' (raven) with 'hard' (brave or hardy). In some Spanish-speaking communities, it is used as a creative modern coinage.
Less common today
Brayner isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,707 in 2024.
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US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).