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At a Glance: Name: Brody – Meaning: ditch or muddy place (disputed, inherited from Brodie) – Origin: Scottish (variant of Brodie) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: BROH-dee
Brody is pronounced BROH-dee, and it's a variant of the Scottish surname Brodie. You may see it described as Irish and said to mean 'ditch' or 'muddy place' — that's a bit of a simplification, since the name traces back to Brodie, and even that surname's meaning is disputed among a few different theories. It has a classic, go-anywhere feel that doesn't tie it to one particular moment.
Meaning & Origin of Brody
Meaning: Ditch or muddy place (disputed, inherited from brodie).
Origin: Scottish (variant of Brodie).
A common claim: Widely said to mean 'ditch' or 'muddy place,' often labeled Irish Actually: The 'Irish' origin often cited is likely a simplification — Brody is a variant of the Scottish surname Brodie, whose own meaning ('ditch/muddy place') is itself disputed among several theories.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Brody
Phonetic: BROH-dee IPA: /ˈbroʊdi/
Popularity of Brody
Brody peaked at #70 in 2008, when 6,299 babies were given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #224, with 1,608 babies — still in use, just further from its high point.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1954–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Brody mean?
Ditch or muddy place (disputed, inherited from brodie). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Brody)
How do you pronounce Brody?
Brody is pronounced BROH-dee (IPA: /ˈbroʊdi/).
Is Brody a popular name right now?
Brody peaked at #70 in 2008 and is ranked #224 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1954–2024.)
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