Bradley
Meaning
"broad clearing in the woods"
Origin: Old English
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #365
- Total SSA Count
- 906
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Brad
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"broad clearing in the woods"
Origin: Old English
"keeper of horses, horse servant"
Origin: Old French
Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 vs #392 for Marshall.
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Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 compared to Marshall at #392 in the United States.
Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin). Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin).
Bradley is primarily a boy name. Marshall is primarily a boy name.