Maxwell vs Brody

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

Popularity Comparison

Maxwell Rank #182
Brody Rank #224

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 vs #224 for Brody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maxwell or Brody more popular?

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Maxwell and Brody mean?

Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Maxwell and Brody boy or girl names?

Maxwell is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.

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