US Popularity:8265
Origin:British
Meaning:Broad clearing
Brad is a masculine name of British origin, meaning “broad clearing” from the Old English word brad. It is related to Bradley, Bradford, and Brady and is often used as a nickname for these monikers. However, Brad also works well as a striking standalone first name, with Brad Pitt adopting it as his stage name when he began his acting career. Brad is a reliable choice for parents who wish to give baby a traditional name touched by stardom.

Famous People Named Brad

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  • Brad Pitt
    Actor

How Popular Is The Name Brad?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Brad is currently #3027 on The Bump
Boy:Brad is currently #1692 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Brad is currently #8265 in U.S. births
Boy:Brad is currently #3876 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#3876
in 2023
- 332
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Brad, April 2021

  • Behind the Name, Bradley, January 2022

  • Behind the Name, Broadford, January 2022

  • Name Doctor, Brad

  • 100,000 Baby Names by Bruce Lansky pg. 354

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