Bradley vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bradley

Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#365
Total SSA Count
906
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Brad

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Bradley Rank #365
Brandon Rank #230

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #365 for Bradley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bradley ___

  • Bradley James
  • Bradley Scott
  • Bradley Allen
  • Bradley Michael
  • Bradley Thomas
  • Bradley Lee

Brandon ___

  • Brandon James
  • Brandon Lee
  • Brandon Scott
  • Brandon Michael
  • Brandon Tyler
  • Brandon Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bradley

Brandon Tyler Ashley Megan Derek

If you choose Brandon

Tyler Taylor Jordan Ashley Cody

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bradley or Brandon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Bradley at #365 in the United States.

What do Bradley and Brandon mean?

Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Bradley and Brandon boy or girl names?

Bradley is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.

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