Brody vs Paul

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

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

Cultural Roots

Latin Christian English French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#264
Total SSA Count
1,320
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brody Rank #224
Paul Rank #264

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brody or Paul more popular?

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Brody and Paul mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Brody and Paul boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. Paul is primarily a boy name.

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