Bradan - Unique Boy Names

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Bradan

/ˈbrædən/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Salmon

Represents wisdom, perseverance, and spiritual journey, drawing from the salmon's legendary upstream migration in Celtic mythology.

Symbolism

Embodies resilience, intuition, and transformation; the salmon is often seen as a creature of knowledge and rebirth in folklore.

Etymology: Likely an anglicized form of the Irish name 'Bródán,' a diminutive of 'bród,' meaning 'pride' or 'proud one,' but more commonly linked to the word for 'salmon.' The name carries mythological weight through figures like Fintan mac Bóchra, who took the form of a salmon to gain eternal wisdom.

Style & Origin

nature inspired

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Cultural Background

Bradan is an English-language given name of debated origin, possibly derived from or influenced by I

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