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Robert vs Brody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robert

Boy #90 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German (hrod + beraht)

Cultural Roots

English French German Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#90
Total SSA Count
3,785
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Robert Rank #90
Brody Rank #224

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 vs #224 for Brody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robert or Brody more popular?

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Robert and Brody mean?

Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Robert and Brody boy or girl names?

Robert is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.

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