Bo vs Bradley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bo

Boy #452 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to live, to dwell"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#452
Total SSA Count
692
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Bo Rank #452
Bradley Rank #365

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 vs #452 for Bo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bo or Bradley more popular?

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 compared to Bo at #452 in the United States.

What do Bo and Bradley mean?

Bo means "to live, to dwell" (Old Norse origin). Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin).

Are Bo and Bradley boy or girl names?

Bo is primarily a boy name. Bradley is primarily a boy name.

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