Baby Names:

Brayden

Meaning: Salmon; broad valley

Origin: Irish; English

Alternate spellings: Braden, Brady, Bradyn, Braedon, Braeden, Braiden, Braydon

Brayden is another way to spell the name Braden, which comes from an Irish surname that means “salmon” – perhaps a good name for a Pisces baby? It’s also linked to an English name meaning “broad valley.” On the U.S. charts, Braden goes back to 1970, but Brayden is a relative newcomer, entering the top 1,000 for the first time in 1991. It’s also a favorite name for parents who like creative spellings. You, too, can pick from Braden, Braydon, Braeden, Braiden, Bradyn, and Braedon. Currently, the Brayden spelling is most popular. Just don’t get all crazy and start adding extra vowels like Braayden. Promise?