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Brad vs Ky

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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Ky

Boy #4,301 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sky (variant of Kai)"

Origin: Multiple

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,301
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brad Rank #4,135
Ky Rank #4,301

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 vs #4301 for Ky.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Ky more popular?

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 compared to Ky at #4301 in the United States.

What do Brad and Ky mean?

Brad means "broad valley, wide clearing" (Old English brad origin). Ky means "sky (variant of Kai)" (Multiple origin).

Are Brad and Ky boy or girl names?

Brad is primarily a boy name. Ky is primarily a boy name.

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