Braley is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin, derived from the Irish surname 'O'Bralláin'. It is composed of two elements: 'Ó', meaning 'descendant of', and 'Bralláin', an ancient Irish personal name thought to mean 'striking' or 'powerful'. The name Braley has a robust and energetic sound, reflective perhaps of its origins. Despite its Irish roots, Braley gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, with its first recorded usage as a given name appearing in the early 1900s.
In the span of six years between 2007 and 2013, the name Braley was given to a total of eleven newborns, with a noticeable gap in usage as only five babies were named Braley in 2013 compared to the six born in 2007.