Brody vs Matteo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bro, Bry, Brie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Brody Rank #224
Matteo Rank #138

Matteo is more popular, ranked #138 vs #224 for Brody.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brody ___

  • Brody James
  • Brody Michael
  • Brody Lee
  • Brody Alan
  • Brody Scott
  • Brody Wayne

Matteo ___

  • Matteo James
  • Matteo Giovanni
  • Matteo Luca
  • Matteo Rafael
  • Matteo Alessandro
  • Matteo Enzo

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Brody

Cody Riley Tyler Mason Kylie

If you choose Matteo

Luca Leonardo Sofia Valentina Isabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brody or Matteo more popular?

Matteo is more popular, ranked #138 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Brody and Matteo mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Matteo means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Italian origin).

Are Brody and Matteo boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. Matteo is primarily a boy name.

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