Name:
Braden
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
Irish
Meaning:
Braden originates in Irish language and means "son of Bradan". Initially, it was used as a surname, derived from the word 'bradan', which means 'salmon' in Irish Gaelic. In Irish mythology, The Bradan Feasa – Salmon of Wisdom is an old legend, introducing Finn MacCool, a mythical Irish warrior. Some sources also suggest an Old English meaning of the name – ‘broad valley’.
Pronunciation:
BRAY-dən
The Five Elements:
Water
Also Spelled Like...:
Bradyn
Braeden
Braiden
Brayden
Famous Braden:
Braden Jones : football player
Braden Looper : baseball player