Brodie
Brodie is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Ditch, mire, or little ridge.
Origin and history
Brodie is a Scottish name derived from a surname and place name in Moray, Scotland. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century. In the United States, it is moderately common for boys.
Popularity in the United States
11,391 babies in the United States have been named Brodie since 1880. It ranks #1110 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #838.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.8 %)
- TX (9.6 %)
- AL (6.7 %)
- FL (4.4 %)
- OH (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 59 |
| 1920-1930 | 86 |
| 1930-1940 | 59 |
| 1940-1950 | 78 |
| 1950-1960 | 65 |
| 1960-1970 | 67 |
| 1970-1980 | 336 |
| 1980-1990 | 529 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,012 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,086 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,452 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,562 |
Famous people named Brodie
- Brodie Croyle: Football player
- Brodie Retallick: Rugby player
Fun facts
- The name is associated with Clan Brodie, an ancient Scottish clan centered around Brodie Castle in Moray.
- The name is believed to derive from the Gaelic word 'brothac', meaning a muddy place or ditch.