Bradey
Bradey is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Broad-chested or spirited.
Origin and history
Bradey is a variant spelling of the Irish name Brady, derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Brádaigh. Traditionally meaning broad-chested or spirited, it emerged as a modern given name in the United States. It remains a uncommon alternative spelling for boys.
Popularity in the United States
714 babies in the United States have been named Bradey since 1880. It ranks #3962 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1918.
States where it is most popular
- OH (57.1 %)
- WA (21.4 %)
- WI (21.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 36 |
| 1980-1990 | 61 |
| 1990-2000 | 208 |
| 2000-2010 | 317 |
| 2010-2019 | 83 |
| 2020-2029 | 9 |
Fun facts
- Bradey originated as an Irish surname, derived from the Gaelic Ó Brádaigh.
- It is a rare alternative spelling of the far more common masculine name Brady.