Bradley vs Bo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bo

Boy #452 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to live, to dwell"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#452
Total SSA Count
692
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Bradley Rank #365
Bo Rank #452

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 vs #452 for Bo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bradley or Bo more popular?

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 compared to Bo at #452 in the United States.

What do Bradley and Bo mean?

Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin). Bo means "to live, to dwell" (Old Norse origin).

Are Bradley and Bo boy or girl names?

Bradley is primarily a boy name. Bo is primarily a boy name.

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