Brad

CasualAll-AmericanConfidentSportyApproachable

Brad is an English name derived from the Old English word for "broad" or "wide," often used as a short form of Bradley or Bradford. It emerged as a standalone name in the mid-20th century with a distinctly American, masculine appeal.

Current Popularity

#4267 for boys

in the United States (2025)

↗Declining

Popularity over time

188019502020

Good to Know

Common nicknames: B, Bradley, Braddy
  • •Simple four-letter name that's easy to spell and pronounce
  • •Peaked in popularity during the 1970s-1990s
  • •Often perceived as casual and friendly rather than formal
  • •Can work well as both a full name and nickname for Bradley or Bradford

Famous People

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Brad Pitt

Academy Award-winning actor and producer

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Brad Paisley

Country music singer and songwriter

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Brad Garrett

Actor and comedian from 'Everybody Loves Raymond'

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Brad Stevens

NBA coach and basketball executive

Statistics

83,060

Total births since 1880

1960

Peak year

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