Bradley
Male name · ★ Classic
117,147
Total Births
1980
Peak Year
#358
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Bradley
Bradley is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 117,147 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1980s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 86 births |
| 1890s | 265 births |
| 1900s | 261 births |
| 1910s | 327 births |
| 1920s | 415 births |
| 1930s | 828 births |
| 1940s | 2,317 births |
| 1950s | 11,907 births |
| 1960s | 19,340 births |
| 1970s | 23,364 births |
| 1980s | 27,030 births |
| 1990s | 18,673 births |
| 2000s | 8,606 births |
| 2010s | 2,951 births |
| 2020s | 777 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Bradley?
Bradley has been given to 117,147 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1980 with 2,810 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #358.
Is Bradley a boy or girl name?
Bradley is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Bradley most popular?
Bradley was most popular in 1980, when 2,810 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Bradley?
Bradley first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).