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Brody vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brody Rank #224
King Rank #343

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 vs #343 for King.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brody or King more popular?

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Brody and King mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Brody and King boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.

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