Meaning, origin, history
The name Bradd is of English origin and is a variant spelling of the name Brad, which is short for Bradley or Bradford. The name Brad itself has two possible origins: it can be derived from the Middle English word 'broad', meaning wide or spacious, or it can come from the Old English personal nameBradulf, which was composed of the elements 'brad', meaning broad, and 'wulf', meaning wolf.
The name Bradd is not as common as Brad or Bradley, but it has been used in some parts of England and America since the mid-20th century. It does not have any specific historical figures associated with it, nor is there a particular event or story tied to its origin.
In terms of popularity, the name Bradd has never ranked in the top 1000 names for boys in either the United States or England and Wales. Therefore, it remains quite unique and uncommon compared to other variations like Brad or Bradley.
Overall, the name Bradd is a simple yet distinctive choice with a historical connection to its longer forms, Brad
In numbers
Popularity of the name Bradd since 1880
Total births
653
Total since 1880
Peak year
1976
27 births
in 2009
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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