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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Fern (one of several surname origins)
- Origin
- Surname (multiple unrelated origins)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- BRAK-in
Bracken is a surname-turned-first-name with several unrelated origins, one of which means "fern." It's a name with a rugged, outdoorsy feel that sits well outside the top of the charts.
Meaning & Origin of Bracken
Meaning: Fern (one of several surname origins).
Origin: Surname (multiple unrelated origins).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Bracken
BRAK-inIPA /ˈbrækən/
Popularity of Bracken
Bracken peaked in 1998, when it ranked #2657 with 31 babies given the name. By 2023 it had slipped to #12497, with 5 babies, so a child named Bracken today would rarely meet another.
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FAQ
What does the name Bracken mean?
Fern (one of several surname origins). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Bracken?
Bracken is pronounced BRAK-in (IPA: /ˈbrækən/).
Is Bracken a popular name right now?
Bracken peaked at #2657 in 1998 and is ranked #12497 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1971–2023.)
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