Brad vs Ferry

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

Ferry

Boy #32,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave journey"

Origin: Germanic/Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Frisian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,658
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brad Rank #4,135
Ferry Rank #32,658

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 vs #32658 for Ferry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Ferry more popular?

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 compared to Ferry at #32658 in the United States.

What do Brad and Ferry mean?

Brad means "broad valley, wide clearing" (Old English brad origin). Ferry means "brave journey" (Germanic/Dutch origin).

Are Brad and Ferry boy or girl names?

Brad is primarily a boy name. Ferry is primarily a boy name.

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