Brae, pronounced like 'bray', is an unusual yet captivating given name of Scottish origin. It's derived from the Scottish Gaelic word 'breac', which translates to 'speckled' or 'mottled'. Historically, it was used as a surname first and foremost, but in recent years, it has gained traction as a unique and striking given name for both boys and girls.
The name Brae experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks occurring in the late 90s and mid-2000s, and a recent resurgence since 2018. However, it generally remains uncommon, as evidenced by the low number of births recorded in most years.