Brad vs Charissa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brad

Boy #4,135 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"broad valley, wide clearing"

Origin: Old English brad

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,135
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Brad Rank #4,135
Charissa Rank #11,517

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 vs #11517 for Charissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brad ___

  • Brad James
  • Brad Allen
  • Brad Lee
  • Brad Thomas
  • Brad Scott
  • Brad Michael

Charissa ___

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Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Brad

Chad Todd Greg Tiffany Jennifer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Charissa more popular?

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 compared to Charissa at #11517 in the United States.

What do Brad and Charissa mean?

Brad means "broad valley, wide clearing" (Old English brad origin).

Are Brad and Charissa boy or girl names?

Brad is primarily a boy name. Charissa is primarily a girl name.

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