Freckled or speckled
Brecken is derived from the Irish surname O'Breacain, which stems from the Gaelic word 'breac'. It historically refers to someone with freckles or a variegated appearance. While rare, it fits the modern trend of using Irish surnames as first names.
About 159 boys were named Brecken in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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