Bradly
2025 SSA
Below 5 births
About Bradly
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.
Bradly for girls
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.
Pronounced BRAD-lee.
As of October 2026, Bradly ranked #7751 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #583 in 1982.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| 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 |