Paul vs Brody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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

Paul Rank #264
Brody Rank #224

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Brody more popular?

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

What do Paul and Brody mean?

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

Are Paul and Brody boy or girl names?

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

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