Bradley
Bradley is an English name derived from a place name meaning "broad meadow" or "broad clearing," combining the Old English words "brad" (broad) and "leah" (wood or clearing). It originated as a surname before becoming a popular given name.
Current Popularity
#364 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across English-speaking countries
- •The nickname Brad has a cool, easygoing feel that works well professionally
- •Strong surname-to-first-name crossover with a solid, masculine presence
- •Nature-inspired meaning gives it a grounded, earthy quality
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Famous People
Bradley Cooper
Actor and filmmaker
Bradley Whitford
Actor known for The West Wing
Bradley Beal
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Bradley Wiggins
Olympic cycling champion
Statistics
312,200
Total births since 1880
1980
Peak year
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