Broderick vs Glen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Broderick

Boy #2,392 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of Roderick"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh Irish English American

8 High Risk

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Boy #2,326 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"narrow valley, mountain valley"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American Australian

✓ All Clear

Broderick Rank #2,392

Glen Rank #2,326

Glen is more popular, ranked #2326 vs #2392 for Broderick.

Is Broderick or Glen more popular?

Glen is more popular, ranked #2326 compared to Broderick at #2392 in the United States.

What do Broderick and Glen mean?

Broderick means "son of Roderick" (Welsh origin). Glen means "narrow valley, mountain valley" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Broderick and Glen boy or girl names?

Broderick is primarily a boy name. Glen is primarily a boy name.