The name Brailee is of American origin, derived from the French word 'brailler', meaning to cry out loudly. It was likely coined as a unique variation on the more traditional names like Brielle or Brighid. The name first appeared in print in the late 20th century and has since gained some popularity, with its usage peaking in the early 21st century.
The name Brailee had a significant rise in popularity between the years 2003 to 2009, with the highest number of births recorded in 2008 and 2009 at 40 and 31 respectively. However, since then there has been a steady decline in its usage, with only 20 births recorded in 2022 and 17 in 2023. Overall, the name Brailee has seen 680 births from 1992 to 2023.