Brady Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAY-dee / /ˈbreɪ.di/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'spirited'; English: 'descendant of Brádach'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Brady has Irish roots, derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Brádaigh, meaning 'descendant of Brádach'. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. In English-speaking countries, it gained popularity as a first name in the 20th century. The name is often associated with qualities of liveliness and enthusiasm.
Trend Summary
Brady has seen a steady popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bradee
- Bradyson
International Variants
- Brady (Irish)
Famous people named Brady
Brady Quinn is a former American football quarterback known for his time in the NFL.
Brady Hoke is an American football coach who has held head coaching positions at several universities.
Brady Tkachuk is a professional ice hockey player currently playing for the Ottawa Senators in the NHL.
Fictional characters named Brady
Brady Black is a character from the soap opera 'Days of Our Lives', known for his complex relationships.
Brady the Dog is a character in the animated series 'The Brady Bunch', often depicted as a loyal pet.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brady was first seen in the United States in 1883. Brady has ranked as high as #147 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Brady has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brady (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 97 | |
CA | 87 | |
MI | 66 | |
NY | 54 | |
OH | 53 | |
FL | 51 | |
IL | 50 | |
NC | 46 | |
PA | 42 | |
VA | 33 | |
IN | 30 | |
GA | 29 | |
AZ | 28 | |
MN | 28 | |
MO | 25 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1883 | 8 |
1884 | 6 |
1885 | 7 |
1886 | 13 |
1887 | 5 |
1888 | 9 |
1889 | 12 |
1890 | 9 |
1891 | 7 |
1892 | 8 |
1893 | 7 |
1894 | 5 |
1895 | 11 |
1896 | 13 |
1897 | 10 |
1898 | 8 |
1899 | 14 |
1900 | 11 |
1901 | 14 |
1902 | 14 |
1903 | 16 |
1904 | 16 |
1905 | 10 |
1906 | 14 |
1907 | 11 |
1908 | 19 |
1909 | 21 |
1910 | 21 |
1911 | 21 |
1912 | 30 |
1913 | 47 |
1914 | 49 |
1915 | 58 |
1916 | 67 |
1917 | 61 |
1918 | 59 |
1919 | 70 |
1920 | 94 |
1921 | 60 |
1922 | 69 |
1923 | 58 |
1924 | 85 |
1925 | 62 |
1926 | 67 |
1927 | 82 |
1928 | 58 |
1929 | 51 |
1930 | 67 |
1931 | 56 |
1932 | 59 |
1933 | 55 |
1934 | 57 |
1935 | 42 |
1936 | 53 |
1937 | 50 |
1938 | 60 |
1939 | 65 |
1940 | 51 |
1941 | 56 |
1942 | 58 |
1943 | 71 |
1944 | 56 |
1945 | 65 |
1946 | 82 |
1947 | 87 |
1948 | 86 |
1949 | 84 |
1950 | 99 |
1951 | 93 |
1952 | 113 |
1953 | 113 |
1954 | 151 |
1955 | 170 |
1956 | 164 |
1957 | 159 |
1958 | 182 |
1959 | 141 |
1960 | 134 |
1961 | 143 |
1962 | 143 |
1963 | 174 |
1964 | 154 |
1965 | 145 |
1966 | 152 |
1967 | 165 |
1968 | 199 |
1969 | 266 |
1970 | 520 |
1971 | 470 |
1972 | 453 |
1973 | 467 |
1974 | 479 |
1975 | 466 |
1976 | 399 |
1977 | 390 |
1978 | 443 |
1979 | 478 |
1980 | 541 |
1981 | 559 |
1982 | 572 |
1983 | 505 |
1984 | 699 |
1985 | 916 |
1986 | 894 |
1987 | 877 |
1988 | 952 |
1989 | 843 |
1990 | 797 |
1991 | 805 |
1992 | 1,204 |
1993 | 1,839 |
1994 | 1,848 |
1995 | 1,679 |
1996 | 1,915 |
1997 | 2,162 |
1998 | 2,095 |
1999 | 1,887 |
2000 | 1,884 |
2001 | 2,153 |
2002 | 2,659 |
2003 | 2,865 |
2004 | 3,369 |
2005 | 3,781 |
2006 | 4,086 |
2007 | 4,951 |
2008 | 4,815 |
2009 | 3,741 |
2010 | 3,235 |
2011 | 3,044 |
2012 | 2,860 |
2013 | 2,332 |
2014 | 2,093 |
2015 | 2,032 |
2016 | 1,753 |
2017 | 1,689 |
2018 | 1,383 |
2019 | 1,304 |
2020 | 1,089 |
2021 | 1,278 |
2022 | 1,222 |
2023 | 1,032 |
2024 | 1,098 |