Brad vs Deirdre

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

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Popularity Comparison

Brad Rank #4,135
Deirdre Rank #11,460

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 vs #11460 for Deirdre.

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

Deirdre ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Brad

Chad Todd Greg Tiffany Jennifer

If you choose Deirdre

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Deirdre more popular?

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 compared to Deirdre at #11460 in the United States.

What do Brad and Deirdre mean?

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

Are Brad and Deirdre boy or girl names?

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

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