Brody

Meaning of Brody

This name comes from a Scottish surname, meaning 'from the ditch' or 'from the muddy place.' It was also sometimes associated with 'second son.'

Brody has Scottish/Irish roots — browse every Scottish/Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Brody

Brody has cooled off, slipping to #236 in 2025, down from a peak of #70 in 2008.

Notable people named Brody

• Adrien Brody
  Oscar-winning actor, 'The Pianist' star
• Brody Jenner
  Reality TV personality, socialite
• Brody Malone
  Olympic medalist gymnast
• Brody Stevens
  Stand-up comedian, actor
• Brody Hutzler
  Soap opera actor, 'Days' star

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Questions about the name Brody

What does the name Brody mean?

Brody means this name comes from a scottish surname, meaning 'from the ditch' or 'from the muddy place.' it was also sometimes associated with 'second son.', and it comes from Scottish/Irish origins.

Is Brody a boy's or a girl's name?

Brody is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Brody?

In 2025, Brody ranked #236 for boys, down from #224 the year before.

When was Brody most popular?

Brody peaked at #70 in 2008.