Williams vs Braiden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Williams

Boy #2,530 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Welsh

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Boy #2,400 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"salmon, descendant of the salmon"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish American English

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Williams Rank #2,530

Braiden Rank #2,400

Braiden is more popular, ranked #2400 vs #2530 for Williams.

Is Williams or Braiden more popular?

Braiden is more popular, ranked #2400 compared to Williams at #2530 in the United States.

What do Williams and Braiden mean?

Williams means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Braiden means "salmon, descendant of the salmon" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Williams and Braiden boy or girl names?

Williams is primarily a boy name. Braiden is primarily a boy name.