Broderick vs Locke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Broderick

Boy #2,392 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Roderick"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,392
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Brod, Rick, Ricky

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Locke

Boy #2,493 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"place by a waterway lock"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,493
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Loc, Loy, Loie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Broderick Rank #2,392
Locke Rank #2,493

Broderick is more popular, ranked #2392 vs #2493 for Locke.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Broderick ___

  • Broderick James
  • Broderick Lee
  • Broderick Scott
  • Broderick Allen
  • Broderick Thomas
  • Broderick Wayne

Locke ___

  • Locke James
  • Locke Henry
  • Locke William
  • Locke Thomas
  • Locke Alexander
  • Locke Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Broderick

Cordelia Gavin Harriet Duncan Cecelia

If you choose Locke

Sutton Piper Crew Blythe Greer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broderick or Locke more popular?

Broderick is more popular, ranked #2392 compared to Locke at #2493 in the United States.

What do Broderick and Locke mean?

Broderick means "son of Roderick" (Welsh origin). Locke means "place by a waterway lock" (Old English origin).

Are Broderick and Locke boy or girl names?

Broderick is primarily a boy name. Locke is primarily a boy name.

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