Brody
Brody is of Scottish and Irish origin, derived from a surname meaning 'ditch' or 'muddy place.' The name has a rugged, outdoorsy quality while maintaining a friendly and approachable feel.
Current Popularity
#224 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce
- •Gained popularity in the 1990s and 2000s
- •Works well in both casual and professional settings
- •Strong surname-as-first-name trend choice
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Famous People
Adrien Brody
Academy Award-winning actor
Brody Jenner
Television personality and model
Adam Brody
Actor known for 'The O.C.'
Brody Stevens
Comedian and actor
Statistics
80,174
Total births since 1880
2008
Peak year
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