Anderson vs Brady

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anderson

Boy #357 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Andrew (manly)"

Origin: Scottish/Scandinavian patronymic

Cultural Roots

American Scottish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#357
Total SSA Count
943
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Anderson Rank #357
Brady Rank #309

Brady is more popular, ranked #309 vs #357 for Anderson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anderson or Brady more popular?

Brady is more popular, ranked #309 compared to Anderson at #357 in the United States.

What do Anderson and Brady mean?

Anderson means "son of Andrew (manly)" (Scottish/Scandinavian patronymic origin).

Are Anderson and Brady boy or girl names?

Anderson is primarily a boy name. Brady is primarily a boy name.

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