Declining since 2012, #2,091 for boys today.
Popularity of Braylin since 1988
Babies named Braylin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 0 | 18 |
| 1990s | 39 | 129 |
| 2000s | 463 | 697 |
| 2010s | 875 | 1,730 |
| 2020s | 261 | 573 |
Meaning & origin
Braylin is a modern American coinage that first entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1988. It reached its peak popularity in 2011, when it ranked highest among parents seeking a fresh, melodic name. Since 2012, its usage has been falling, but it remains a recognizable choice, particularly in states like Michigan, Georgia, and Ohio. With 1 in every 24,401 newborns receiving the name in 2025, Braylin occupies a niche space, neither overly common nor obscure. Its construction mirrors the trend of blending popular name components, making it a product of its time rather than a name with deep historical roots.
Braylin emerged in the late 20th century as a modern invented name, likely formed by combining elements from popular names like Brayden (itself a modern variant of Braden) and the fashionable -lin suffix seen in names such as Jocelyn or Kaitlyn. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1988 and saw a rise in use during the 2000s and early 2010s, particularly in Michigan, Georgia, and Ohio.
Where Braylin is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bray, Lin
Sibling names for Braylin
Names that share Braylin's style, for a brother or sister.
