Brad vs Homer

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

Homer

Boy #4,124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledge, hostage"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,124
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brad Rank #4,135
Homer Rank #4,124

Homer is more popular, ranked #4124 vs #4135 for Brad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Homer more popular?

Homer is more popular, ranked #4124 compared to Brad at #4135 in the United States.

What do Brad and Homer mean?

Brad means "broad valley, wide clearing" (Old English brad origin). Homer means "pledge, hostage" (Greek origin).

Are Brad and Homer boy or girl names?

Brad is primarily a boy name. Homer is primarily a boy name.

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