Broadus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Broadus originates from the Old English word 'brād', meaning 'broad' or 'wide'. The name has evolved from its Old English roots to modern usage. It is associated with traits of uniqueness and creativity, and it lacks biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and continues to be seen as distinctive today.
The name Broadus is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Broadus has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Broadus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1574th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1851st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2591st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5873rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11250th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Broadus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Broadus"
Pronunciation
/ˈbroʊdəs/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Broadus is derived from the Old English word 'brād', meaning 'broad' or 'wide'. It was likely used as a nickname for someone with a wide stature or who lived near a broad land feature.
Meaning
broad, wide
Language Evolution
Old English: brād, Middle English: broad, Modern English: Broadus
Historical Usage
The name Broadus gained popularity primarily in the United States during the 19th century, possibly influenced by cultural trends favoring unique or distinctive names.
Variants & Derivatives
Brody, Brodus, Brodie
Modern Popularity & Image
Broadus is considered a unique name today, often associated with creativity and individuality. It is not extremely common, which adds to its distinctiveness.
Famous People
Broadus Mitchell, an American mathematician and educator, Snoop Dogg, whose real name is Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Broadus"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Broadus"
"Broadus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1574th of 7545 | 357 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1851st of 6773 | 280 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2591st of 7552 | 190 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5873rd of 10718 | 45 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11250th of 16616 | 23 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Broadus" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
33.64% 796th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
41.48% 976th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
53.00% 1512th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Broadus" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Broadus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Broadus" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.