Bradley vs Alan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bradley

Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

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Bradley Rank #365

Alan Rank #167

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #365 for Bradley.

Is Bradley or Alan more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Bradley at #365 in the United States.

What do Bradley and Alan mean?

Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin). Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin).

Are Bradley and Alan boy or girl names?

Bradley is primarily a boy name. Alan is primarily a boy name.