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Brad vs Darrow

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brad

Boy #4,135 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"broad valley, wide clearing"

Origin: Old English brad

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,135
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brad Rank #4,135
Darrow Rank #4,119

Darrow is more popular, ranked #4119 vs #4135 for Brad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Darrow more popular?

Darrow is more popular, ranked #4119 compared to Brad at #4135 in the United States.

What do Brad and Darrow mean?

Brad means "broad valley, wide clearing" (Old English brad origin). Darrow means "spear, from the oak grove" (Old English origin).

Are Brad and Darrow boy or girl names?

Brad is primarily a boy name. Darrow is primarily a boy name.

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