Is Brecken a boy's or girl's name?

Brecken is primarily a boy's name. It is also used as a girl's name, with 858 recorded births.

When was Brecken most popular?

Brecken reached its peak popularity in 2017 with 343 births that year. It is currently ranked #1128 in the U.S.

How popular is the name Brecken?

Brecken is currently ranked #1128 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 4,876 babies since 1990.

Brecken

A Welsh name gently fading from the charts.

Boy's name| Also girlsWelshDeclining

#1128▼ 81in 2024

Meaning & Origin

A male given name.

Brecken is a boy's and girl's baby name of Welsh origin, derived from the Welsh word brech (freckled) or possibly from the place name Brecon in Wales, meaning 'freckled' or 'from Brecon.'

With its strong BR- opening and -en ending, Brecken fits naturally alongside popular names like Braeden, Brayden, and Beckett. It has a rugged, outdoor quality — conjuring mountains and fresh air — while remaining polished enough for formal settings. An appealing choice for parents drawn to Celtic place-name energy.

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Popularity Over Time

Brecken climbed 949 spots in the last 20 years — from #2077 to #1128.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Brecken
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	1,179	#965	▼
2010s	2,805	#820	▲
2000s	818	#1894	▲
1990s	74	#5670	—

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(32 years, 1990–2024)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Brecken
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2024	187	#1128	-21 (-10.1%)
2023	208	#1047	-41 (-16.5%)
2022	249	#928	+5 (2.0%)
2021	244	#927	-47 (-16.2%)
2020	291	#796	-1 (-0.3%)
2019	292	#791	-30 (-9.3%)
2018	322	#740	-21 (-6.1%)
2017	343	#712	+11 (3.3%)
2016	332	#735	-3 (-0.9%)
2015	335	#730	+31 (10.2%)
2014	304	#769	+65 (27.2%)
2013	239	#878	-5 (-2.0%)
2012	244	#863	+40 (19.6%)
2011	204	#967	+14 (7.4%)
2010	190	#1019	-3 (-1.6%)
2009	193	#1015	+72 (59.5%)
2008	121	#1399	+13 (12.0%)
2007	108	#1479	+22 (25.6%)
2006	86	#1655	+11 (14.7%)
2005	75	#1756	+18 (31.6%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Brecken as a Girl's Name

Though more common for boys, Brecken has a notable history as a girl's name too, with 858 births since 1976.

#6413

Current rank

858

Total births

2009

Peak year

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Frequently Asked

Can Brecken be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Brecken is used for both boys and girls. As a boy's name, it currently ranks #1128. As a girl's name, it ranks #6413.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1990–2024) · Methodology