Avery vs Brayden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Boy #190 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"descendant of Bradán (salmon)"

Origin: Irish

Irish American English

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Avery Rank #259

Brayden Rank #190

Brayden is more popular, ranked #190 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Avery or Brayden more popular?

Brayden is more popular, ranked #190 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Brayden mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Brayden means "descendant of Bradán (salmon)" (Irish origin).

Are Avery and Brayden boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Brayden is primarily a boy name.