The nameBrad
Brad is a pet form of Bradley.
- Boy's name
- English
Meaning
From the Old English brad, "broad", and leah, "clearing".
Origin
English.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2000s.
Famous people named Brad
- Brad Pitt, American actor
Popularity of the name Brad
Brad in France
5565thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2009peak year (35 births)
540babies named Brad in France since 1900
Brad was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 265 births over the decade, 49% of all recorded babies named Brad. Its rise began around 1992, and it peaked in 2009. Half of all babies named Brad in France were born before 2005, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Brad mean?
From the Old English brad, "broad", and leah, "clearing".
What is the origin of the name Brad?
English.
Is Brad a girl's or a boy's name?
Brad is a boy's name.
Who are famous people named Brad?
Brad Pitt, American actor.