Braylon
How to say it: BRAY-lun · /ˈbreɪlən/
Modern American coinage, likely a blend of Bray- and the suffix -lon; no established traditional etymology.
Braylon was the 465th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 289 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2010s, its births are down about 58% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #584 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #465 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 289 |
| Share of births | 1 in 5,061 |
| Peak decade | 2010s |
| Change over 10 years | −58% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #584 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
A newcomer of recent decades, Braylon peaked in the 2010s and now sits well below that top. Drifting lower is on the horizon.
What goes with it
Mellow and soft with rolling sounds, Braylon feels modern and relaxed. Braxton and Kayden share its style.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Braylon is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
Famous people named Braylon
- Braylon Edwards (born 1983)American football player
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