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Data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024

Brahms — Meaning, Origin & Popularity | Namesake
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Brahm|Braiden
GermanicBoy→ Stable

Brahms

BRAHMZ · 1 syllables

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Boy

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #12406 in 2021

Peak: #12406 in 2021

→ Stable

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #12406 in 2021

Peak: #12406 in 2021

5yr change
—
Birth frequency
1.4 per 1,000,000 births
Sex split
100% boy · 0% girl

Popularity Over Time

↑ Higher on this chart = more popular · ↓ Lower = less popular

Average0255075100Popularity score (0–100)20162021

Rank #12406 · Falling since 2016

This name is given to very few babies each year — it sits outside the range shown in these charts.

Namesake Score
42
Higher than 42% of names
Combines uniqueness, trend, meaning, feasibility, and search interest.
Trend
→ Stable
Based on SSA rank velocity
Feasibility
Limited
.com taken · — · clear
Low friction, available
Uniqueness
45
Won't be common in class
Name DNA
GermanicSurnameClassic1-syllableLiteraryComposer AssociationStrongMasculineIntellectual
Character
classical refinementintellectual depthromantic sensibilitydisciplined artistryintrospective wisdom
STRONG
High confidence

Brahms is a Germanic boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Trend:→ Stable
Feasibility:.com taken · — · clear
Popularity:—
Brahms at a Glance
Meaning:From the German surname Brahm, likely derived from 'Brun' meaning brown, or possibly connected to Abraham. Famous as the surname of composer Johannes Brahms.
Language root:German · Middle High German
Peak rank:#12406 in 2021
5yr change:—
Sex usage:100% boy · 0% girl
Notable bearers

No notable bearers on record.

Similar Sound
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Similar Style
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Works Well With
Sibling names that pair naturally with Brahms
ClaraCharlotteIrisFelixAugust◈Otto
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Source: Social Security Administration baby names data. Popularity data reflects US births. Feasibility data updated monthly.
Name Intelligence
Brahms · Overview
Summary

Brahms is a Germanic boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Search interest: 1/100 → Stable

Strengths
Classic · Literary character
Brahms carries a serious, bold quality that makes it distinctive without being invented.
Considerations
Domain taken
brahms.com is not available. Alternative TLDs may work.
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Data source:Social Security Administration
Coverage:US births 1879–2024
Updated:January 2025
ISR:Refreshes monthly
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