Brave
boy name#3181 in 2025Brave entered the US charts in 2008, peaked at #2499 in 2021, ranks #3181 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2008–2025
#3181
rank today
#2499
peak (2021)
37
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #8655 |
| 2010s | #5719 |
| 2020s | #2747 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Brave has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Brave are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brave is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brave in 2025?
- Brave ranks #3181 among US boy names in 2025, with 37 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brave most popular?
- Brave peaked in 2021, reaching #2499 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brave with classmates?
- Brave will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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