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Names that Peaked in 1982

6 Letter Boy Names

Names Ending in Y for Boys

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Bradly is a masculine name that originated as a variant of Bradley, derived from an English surname meaning "broad clearing" or "broad meadow" in Old English. This simplified spelling omits the second 'e' found in the more common Bradley. Bradly gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s but has remained less common than its traditional counterpart. The name conveys qualities of strength and reliability, often associated with a down-to-earth personality. Though never reaching the top tier of popular names, Bradly appeals to parents seeking a slightly distinctive twist on a familiar classic while maintaining clear pronunciation and recognition.

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The name Bradly is currently ranked #7751 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #583 in 1982. The name is most popular in Florida. Bradly is occasionally used for girls in 1990.

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Bradly is an unusual choice as a feminine name, as it's traditionally a masculine name, a variant spelling of Bradley. The name originated as an English surname derived from Old English words 'brad' meaning 'broad' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing in the woods' or 'meadow'. As a given name, Bradly gained some recognition in the mid-20th century for boys, but remains quite uncommon for girls. This gender-crossing usage reflects the modern trend of adopting traditionally male names for females. For a girl, Bradly offers a strong, distinctive option that stands out from typical feminine names. The alternative spelling without the 'e' gives it a slightly different visual appeal from the more common Bradley.

The name Bradly peaked for girls at #11094 in 1986. Bradly is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

Year	US rank	Births	Per million
2014	#2,121	65	33.8
2015	#3,238	35	18.3
2016	#3,891	27	14.2
2017	#3,253	35	18.9
2018	#3,251	35	19.3
2019	—	0	0
2020	—	0	0
2021	#4,952	19	10.9
2022	#4,727	21	12
2023	—	0	0
2024	—	0	0
2025	—	0	0

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