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Xander 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

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Popularity Comparison

Xander Rank #216
Brody Rank #224

Xander is more popular, ranked #216 vs #224 for Brody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xander or Brody more popular?

Xander is more popular, ranked #216 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Xander and Brody mean?

Xander means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Xander and Brody boy or girl names?

Xander is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.

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