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Marcus vs Bradley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marcus

Boy #256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Roman English German Scandinavian African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#256
Total SSA Count
1,376
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bradley

Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#365
Total SSA Count
906
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marcus Rank #256
Bradley Rank #365

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #365 for Bradley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcus or Bradley more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Bradley at #365 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Bradley mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin).

Are Marcus and Bradley boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Bradley is primarily a boy name.

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