Brody vs Wells

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

Wells

Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#377
Total SSA Count
865
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brody Rank #224
Wells Rank #377

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 vs #377 for Wells.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brody or Wells more popular?

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 compared to Wells at #377 in the United States.

What do Brody and Wells mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Brody and Wells boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.

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