Broderick vs Tegan

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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Tegan

Girl #2,062 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"darling, beloved treasure"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh British Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,062
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Teg

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Broderick Rank #2,392
Tegan Rank #2,062

Tegan is more popular, ranked #2062 vs #2392 for Broderick.

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

Tegan ___

  • Tegan Rose
  • Tegan Leigh
  • Tegan Grace
  • Tegan Nia
  • Tegan Claire
  • Tegan Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Broderick

Cordelia Gavin Harriet Duncan Cecelia

If you choose Tegan

Megan Dylan Rhiannon Owen Seren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broderick or Tegan more popular?

Tegan is more popular, ranked #2062 compared to Broderick at #2392 in the United States.

What do Broderick and Tegan mean?

Broderick means "son of Roderick" (Welsh origin). Tegan means "darling, beloved treasure" (Welsh origin).

Are Broderick and Tegan boy or girl names?

Broderick is primarily a boy name. Tegan is primarily a girl name.

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