Brady

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Spirited; Descendant of Brádach

Background: The name Brady originates from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Brádaigh,' meaning 'descendant of Brádach,' which is derived from the word 'brad,' translating to 'spirited' or 'broad.' This name has historical roots in Ireland, linking it to lineage and family heritage.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#322
Total births
97,775
Most popular decade
2000s (104,343 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-114 ranks)
Years in Top 100
2
First recorded year
1883

Gender usage

97.9% male 2.1% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1883
First year births
8
First year rank
#677
Peak year
2007
Peak year births
4,951
Peak rank
#93
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
1,098
Recent rank
#309

Female

First year
1903
First year births
6
First year rank
#1,592
Peak year
2021
Peak year births
65
Peak rank
#2,637
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
42
Recent rank
#3,629

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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