Bracken
boy name#8910 in 2025Bracken entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #2651 in 1998, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
#8910
rank today
#2651
peak (1998)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4281 |
| 1980s | #5233 |
| 1990s | #4282 |
| 2000s | #4768 |
| 2010s | #6282 |
| 2020s | #10758 |
Living bearers
About 600 people named Bracken are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bracken alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bracken in 2025?
- Bracken ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bracken most popular?
- Bracken peaked in 1998, reaching #2651 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bracken with classmates?
- Bracken will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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