Boy
Brad
broad meadow
About Brad
Direct and unpretentious, Brad cuts straight to the point with refreshing simplicity. This no-nonsense choice appeals to parents who value clarity and straightforwardness over elaborate complications. Brad carries an all-American quality, suggesting athleticism, approachability, and genuine character without artifice. The name's brevity works to its advantage, creating immediate recognition and easy recall across all contexts. It pronounces identically across different accents and languages, eliminating potential confusion in diverse environments. Brad projects confidence without arrogance, strength without intimidation, making it ideal for boys who'll grow into well-rounded men. The name requires no shortening or nicknaming—it arrives complete and ready for use. Parents choosing Brad often appreciate its honest, down-to-earth quality and its association with capable, likeable individuals. It works equally well in casual and professional settings, never seeming out of place regardless of context. Brad represents naming efficiency at its finest, delivering maximum impact with minimum fuss, perfect for families who value substance over style.
Popularity of the Name Brad
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #929 | ||||
| 1887 | #833 | ||||
| 1942 | #840 | ||||
| 1943 | #817 | ||||
| 1944 | #761 | ||||
| 1945 | #709 | ||||
| 1946 | #506 | ||||
| 1947 | #441 | ||||
| 1948 | #414 | ||||
| 1949 | #384 | ||||
| 1950 | #320 | ||||
| 1951 | #273 | ||||
| 1952 | #212 | ||||
| 1953 | #164 | ||||
| 1954 | #154 | ||||
| 1955 | #153 | ||||
| 1956 | #142 | ||||
| 1957 | #153 | ||||
| 1958 | #151 | ||||
| 1959 | #149 | ||||
| 1960 | #134 | ||||
| 1961 | #142 | ||||
| 1962 | #158 | ||||
| 1963 | #146 | ||||
| 1964 | #143 | ||||
| 1965 | #148 | ||||
| 1966 | #150 | ||||
| 1967 | #155 | ||||
| 1968 | #158 | ||||
| 1969 | #145 | #265 | |||
| 1970 | #139 | #270 | |||
| 1971 | #139 | #255 | |||
| 1972 | #149 | #140 | |||
| 1973 | #137 | #184 | |||
| 1974 | #105 | #155 | |||
| 1975 | #98 | #187 | |||
| 1976 | #108 | #82 | |||
| 1977 | #106 | #79 | |||
| 1978 | #123 | #92 | |||
| 1979 | #115 | #104 | |||
| 1980 | #116 | #119 | |||
| 1981 | #143 | #74 | |||
| 1982 | #163 | #100 | |||
| 1983 | #175 | #78 | |||
| 1984 | #196 | #103 | |||
| 1985 | #211 | #92 | |||
| 1986 | #216 | #96 | |||
| 1987 | #228 | #121 | |||
| 1988 | #278 | #118 | |||
| 1989 | #320 | #141 | |||
| 1990 | #363 | #132 | |||
| 1991 | #401 | #151 | #537 | ||
| 1992 | #461 | #204 | #484 | ||
| 1993 | #463 | #217 | #454 | ||
| 1994 | #516 | #229 | #842 | ||
| 1995 | #513 | #244 | #264 | #563 | |
| 1996 | #498 | #168 | #379 | #633 | |
| 1997 | #521 | #160 | #232 | #204 | #512 |
| 1998 | #579 | #168 | #192 | #287 | #631 |
| 1999 | #602 | #244 | #162 | #224 | #634 |
| 2000 | #632 | #226 | #159 | #280 | #649 |
| 2001 | #684 | #258 | #179 | #275 | #630 |
| 2002 | #749 | #360 | #311 | #465 | #924 |
| 2003 | #808 | #349 | #238 | #515 | #868 |
| 2004 | #837 | #531 | #326 | #327 | |
| 2005 | #824 | #585 | #536 | ||
| 2006 | #906 | #674 | #500 | ||
| 2007 | #955 | #835 | #653 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Brad
Names Similar to Brad
Nicknames for Brad
- Brady
- Braddy
- B
- BR
- Rad
Famous People Named Brad
| Brad Pitt | Acclaimed actor and film producer |
| Brad Paisley | Country music singer-songwriter |
| Brad Bird | Director of animated films like "The Incredibles" and "Ratatouille" |
| Brad Stevens | Former head coach of the Boston Celtics NBA team |
| Brad Garrett | Actor famous for his role in "Everybody Loves Raymond" |
| Brad Dourif | Versatile actor known for his roles in horror films and "The Lord of the Rings" |
| Brad Wilk | Drummer for the rock band Rage Against the Machine |
| Brad Delson | Musician and guitarist of the rock band Linkin Park |
| Brad Johnson | Former NFL quarterback and Super Bowl champion |
Characters Named Brad
| Brad Hamilton | Character from the film "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" |
| Brad Majors | Character from the cult classic film "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" |
| Brad Taylor | Character from the TV show "Home Improvement" |
| Brad Bellick | Character from the TV series "Prison Break" |
| Brad Buttowski | Character from the animated TV series "Kick Buttowski - Suburban Daredevil" |
| Brad Colbert | Character from the TV miniseries "Generation Kill" |
| Brad Carbunkle | Character from the animated TV series "My Life as a Teenage Robot" |
| Brad Wesley | Antagonist character from the film "Road House" |
| Brad Armstrong | Character from the video game "L.A. Noire" |
| Brad Vickers | Character from the video game series "Resident Evil" |