Bradley

Boy's name

Bradley is of Old English origin, derived from the words "brad" meaning broad or wide, and "leah" meaning clearing or meadow.

Meaning From the broad meadow
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 906 Falling
Peak year 1980

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Bradley Cooper - Actor, "A Star is Born"
  • Bradley Beal - NBA player, Washington Wizards
  • Bradley Whitford - Actor, "The West Wing"
  • Bradley Wiggins - Cyclist, Tour de France winner
  • Bradley Walsh - Actor, "Doctor Who"
  • Bradley James - Actor, "Merlin"
  • Bradley Roby - NFL player, Houston Texans
  • Bradley Chubb - NFL player, Denver Broncos
  • Bradley Stryker - Actor, "The Lizzie McGuire Movie"
  • Bradley Steven Perry - Actor, "Good Luck Charlie"

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