boy name
Bradley
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#403 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Bradley in the US, 1880–2025
Bradley first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1980, when 7,210 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 794.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bradley a boy or a girl name?
Bradley is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Bradley?
In 2025, Bradley ranked #403 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Bradley most popular?
Bradley was most popular in 1980, when about 7,210 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.