Brad vs Ilsa

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
Ilsa Rank #11,501

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 vs #11501 for Ilsa.

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

Ilsa ___

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 Ilsa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Ilsa more popular?

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 compared to Ilsa at #11501 in the United States.

What do Brad and Ilsa mean?

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

Are Brad and Ilsa boy or girl names?

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

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