Brae Name Meaning & Origin
/BRAY/Brae is most likely a name of Scottish origin.
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Name Origin
The name 'Brae' is of Scottish origin, derived from the Scots word 'brae' meaning 'hillside' or 'slope.' It is used as a place name and occasionally as a given name, especially in Scotland. The term reflects geographical features and has been adopted as a personal name in English-speaking countries.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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Scottish (Celtic/Scottish) 74% -
American (Anglo-American) 16% -
Australian (Anglo-Australian) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Brae
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Brae
There are no widely known historical or contemporary figures named Brae, but it is sometimes used as a given name or place name in Scotland and other English-speaking countries.
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 6 boys in the US were named Brae.
Growth of the name Brae in the US (SSA Data):
Brae Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 8
People with this name tend to be: Ambitious, goal-oriented and authoritative.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.