Bradley vs Eric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bradley

Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Bradley Rank #365

Eric Rank #252

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #365 for Bradley.

Is Bradley or Eric more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Bradley at #365 in the United States.

What do Bradley and Eric mean?

Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Bradley and Eric boy or girl names?

Bradley is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.