Branden
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Descendant of Bradan, broad valley
Origin: Irish/English
Popularity: Ranked #3320 in 2025 with 35 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Brayden. Shares the meaning 'Descendant of Bradan, broad valley.'
Similar names: braden, braeden, braiden, brandan, brandon, brandyn, bransen, brayden
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Branden? About 1 in 95,100 babies born in 2025 were named Branden, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Branden
What does the name Branden mean?
Branden means “Descendant of Bradan, broad valley” from Irish/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Branden?
Branden has Irish/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Descendant of Bradan, broad valley”.
How popular is Branden?
Branden ranked #3314 in 2025 — given to 35 babies that year.
When was Branden most popular?
Branden peaked in 1992 with 1,150 babies registered that year.
Is Branden a boy or girl name?
Branden is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Brandens in registered births are male.
Is the name Branden rising or falling in popularity?
Branden has fallen 1445 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1869 in 2020 to #3314 in 2025.
How long has Branden been recorded?
Branden appears in birth records across 66 years — from 1959 through 2025.