Brad
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)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •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
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Statistics
83,060
Total births since 1880
1960
Peak year
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