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Brave

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Pronounced BRAYV /ˈbreɪv/High

Meaning: A modern word-name from the English 'brave', 'courageous; bold'; used as a virtue name for both sexesLow

In 30 seconds: Courageous; bold: Brave is an English word-name. Warm and bold (said 'BRAYV'). Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowEnglish, Modern coinage
MeaningA modern word-name from the English 'brave', 'courageous; bold'; used as a virtue name for both sexes
U.S. rank (2025)#10238 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 159

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220152025

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

Brave is a modern word-name from the English brave, 'courageous; bold', used as a virtue name for both sexes. A bold name (said 'BRAYV').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely and recently, for both sexes. Rare, courageous at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Brave is a modern word-name from the English 'brave', 'courageous; bold' — used as a virtue name for both sexes — a bold choice (said 'BRAYV').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Brave — English word-name; unisex

Variations

BravenBravery

Nicknames

Brav

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Brave mean?

Brave is a modern word-name from the English 'brave', 'courageous; bold'; used for both sexes.

How do you pronounce Brave?

It's said BRAYV /ˈbreɪv/ — one syllable.

Is Brave a boy or girl name?

Brave is used for both; here it is listed as a girl's name.

How popular is Brave?

Brave is a very rare name in the U.S.

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