Broderick

At a Glance

Meaning

Son of Rhydderch (Welsh for 'reddish-brown')

Origin

Welsh (surname)

Gender

Primarily used for boys

Pronunciation

BRAHD-er-ikListen

Broderick is a Welsh surname name, from 'ap Rhydderch,' meaning 'son of Rhydderch' ('reddish-brown' in Welsh). You'll often see it listed online as meaning 'son of Roderick' — but that mixes it up with the separate Germanic name Roderick; Broderick's actual root is Rhydderch.

Meaning & Origin of Broderick

Meaning: Son of Rhydderch (Welsh for 'reddish-brown').

Origin: Welsh (surname).

A common claim: Broderick is widely listed on baby-name sites as meaning 'son of Roderick.' Actually: This mixes Broderick up with the unrelated Germanic name Roderick – Broderick actually comes from Welsh 'ap Rhydderch,' meaning 'son of Rhydderch.'

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Broderick

Popularity of Broderick

Broderick peaked at #683 on the SSA list in 1956, with 121 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #2391, with just 58 babies named Broderick.

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FAQ

What does the name Broderick mean?

Son of Rhydderch (Welsh for ‘reddish-brown’). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Broderick?

Broderick is pronounced BRAHD-er-ik (IPA: /ˈbrɑːdərɪk/).

Is Broderick a popular name right now?

Broderick peaked at #683 in 1956 and is ranked #2391 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1950–2024.)

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