Brayden vs Jensen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jensen

Boy #328 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Jens (son of John)"

Origin: Scandinavian

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#328
Total SSA Count
1,054
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brayden Rank #190
Jensen Rank #328

Brayden is more popular, ranked #190 vs #328 for Jensen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brayden or Jensen more popular?

Brayden is more popular, ranked #190 compared to Jensen at #328 in the United States.

What do Brayden and Jensen mean?

Brayden means "descendant of Bradán (salmon)" (Irish origin). Jensen means "son of Jens (son of John)" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Brayden and Jensen boy or girl names?

Brayden is primarily a boy name. Jensen is primarily a boy name.

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