Broderick
Broderick: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Broderick
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Anglicized from Welsh ap + Rhydderch.
How popular is Broderick?
Since 1880, 8,952 boys in the U.S. have been named Broderick. Its highest rank for boys was #683 in 1956. In 2025, 51 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Broderick FAQ
What does the name Broderick mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. Anglicized from Welsh ap + Rhydderch.
What is the origin of the name Broderick?
Broderick is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Broderick?
Since 1880, 8,952 boys in the U.S. have been named Broderick. Its highest rank for boys was #683 in 1956. In 2025, 51 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Broderick a boy or girl name?
Broderick is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 8,952 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.