Brody vs Zane

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
Zane Rank #305

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 vs #305 for Zane.

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

Zane ___

  • Zane Alexander
  • Zane Michael
  • Zane James
  • Zane Oliver
  • Zane Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brody or Zane more popular?

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 compared to Zane at #305 in the United States.

What do Brody and Zane mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Zane means "Gift from God".

Are Brody and Zane boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. Zane is primarily a boy name.

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