Brody vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

English German French

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Brody Rank #224

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #224 for Brody.

Is Brody or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Brody and William mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Brody and William boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.