Broderick vs Oden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Broderick

Boy #2,392 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Roderick"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,392
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Oden

Boy #2,225 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the frenzied one, the inspired"

Origin: Proto-Germanic

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian Norse American Swedish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,225
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Broderick Rank #2,392
Oden Rank #2,225

Oden is more popular, ranked #2225 vs #2392 for Broderick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broderick or Oden more popular?

Oden is more popular, ranked #2225 compared to Broderick at #2392 in the United States.

What do Broderick and Oden mean?

Broderick means "son of Roderick" (Welsh origin). Oden means "the frenzied one, the inspired" (Proto-Germanic origin).

Are Broderick and Oden boy or girl names?

Broderick is primarily a boy name. Oden is primarily a boy name.

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