Brodie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Brodie is a Scottish name originating from a place in Moray, meaning 'muddy place'. It evolved from the Gaelic term 'bròid' and has seen its popularity rise as a given name in the 20th century. The name is associated with strength and has notable figures in various fields.

The name Brodie is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Brodie has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Brodie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2948th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3001st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3095th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1759th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1263rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 621st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 815th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15137th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18582nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6848th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7419th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brodie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brodie"

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Pronunciation

/ˈbroʊdi/

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Origin

Scottish

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Etymology

The name Brodie is derived from a place name in Moray, Scotland, which is thought to come from the Gaelic word 'bròid', meaning 'ditch' or 'mud'.

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Meaning

muddy place

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Language Evolution

Brodie (modern form), Bròid (Gaelic form), Brodie (historical place name)

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Historical Usage

The name Brodie gained popularity as a surname in Scotland during the medieval period and transitioned into a given name in the 20th century.

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Variants & Derivatives

Brody, Brod, Brodie (spelling variant)

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Brodie is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with strength and reliability.

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Famous People

Brodie Van Wagenen (sports executive), Brodie Lee (professional wrestler), Brodie Croyle (American football player)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brodie"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Brodie"

"Brodie" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 2948th of 7545 126
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 3001st of 6773 117
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 3095th of 7552 137
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1759th of 10718 418
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1263rd of 16616 1,124
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 621st of 24088 5,818
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 815th of 23106 3,434
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 15137th of 19264 13
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 18582nd of 27321 22
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 6848th of 35406 273
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 7419th of 30306 184

Regional Popularity of "Brodie" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 100.00%
1726th/1726
-
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 100.00%
1949th/1949
-
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - 100.00%
1774th/1774
100.00%
1351st/1351
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
1184th/1184
100.00%
2783rd/2783
100.00%
1544th/1544
100.00%
1562nd/1562
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
564th/564
100.00%
781st/781
100.00%
610th/610
100.00%
641st/641
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
100.00%
804th/804
100.00%
872nd/872
100.00%
791st/791
100.00%
903rd/903

Regional Popularity of "Brodie" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 100.00%
5435th/5435
100.00%
7047th/7047
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Brodie"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Brodie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.