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Braun

♂ Boy

Pronounced BROWN /ˈbraʊn/Medium

Meaning: Braun is a German surname meaning 'brown' (a nickname surname for hair or complexion), the German equivalent of Brown. Its first-name use is modern and rare.Low

In 30 seconds: A short German surname: Braun means 'brown' (said 'BROWN'). Modern and rare as a first name.
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Origin MediumGerman
MeaningBraun is a German surname meaning 'brown' (a nickname surname for hair or complexion), the German equivalent of Brown. Its first-name use is modern and rare.
U.S. rank (2024)#12563 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 372

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201819702024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Braun is a German surname meaning 'brown,' originally a nickname for hair or complexion, and the German twin of Brown. Its given-name use is modern and uncommon. A short, single-beat name (said 'BROWN').

It is very rare as a first name for boys in the U.S. Rare, surname-style, and crisp.

Did you know? Braun is the German word and surname for 'brown' — the counterpart of English Brown, and familiar as a brand and family name. As a first name it feels crisp and rare (said 'BROWN').
Overall data confidence 52%
References — Braun — German surname 'brown'

Variations

BrownBraune

Nicknames

BroBru

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Braun mean?

Braun is a German surname meaning 'brown,' the German equivalent of Brown.

How do you pronounce Braun?

It's said BROWN /ˈbraʊn/ — one syllable.

Is Braun a boy or girl name?

Here Braun is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Braun?

Braun is very rare as a first name for boys in the U.S.

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