Brody
b-ro-dy
US Popularity:384
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Scottish
Meaning:ditch, muddy place
Brody is a masculine name of Irish origin. Traditionally a surname in Ireland and Scotland, it means "ditch" or "muddy place." Brody is believed to have originated in the 14th or 15th century as the name of a medieval clan in Moray, Scotland. Today, this scenic region is known for its many scotch and malt whisky distilleries. If you want to celebrate your ancestral roots or Gaelic heritage, a name like Brody is a great way to welcome baby into the family.
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Brody Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Brody is currently #667 on The Bump
Boy:Brody is currently #185 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Brody is currently #384 in U.S. births
Boy:Brody is currently #137 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#384
in 2022
- 51
from 2021
Sources
House of Names, Brody History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Behind the Name, Brody, January 2022
Name Doctor, Brody
Ancestry, Brodie
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