Broderick Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Broderick has Irish origins and means 'noble brother'. It evolved from Old Norse and Gaelic forms before being anglicized. The name embodies traits of strength and heritage, with no biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the 19th century, and it remains a respected name today.
The name Broderick is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Broderick has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Broderick' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1092nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 863rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 857th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 963rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1459th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Broderick' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Broderick"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɒdərɪk/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Broderick is derived from the Gaelic name 'Broder', which is a diminutive of 'Broderick', meaning 'son of the noble one' or 'son of the brother'. It can also be associated with the Old Norse name 'Brodr', meaning 'brother'.
Meaning
noble brother
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Brodr, Gaelic: Broder, Anglicized form: Broderick
Historical Usage
Broderick gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Ireland and among Irish emigrants in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Brod, Brody, Rick
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Broderick is perceived as a strong and traditional name, often associated with a sense of heritage and nobility.
Famous People
Broderick Crawford - an American actor, Matthew Broderick - an American actor, Broderick Johnson - a prominent American lawyer and civil rights advocate
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Broderick"
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 "Broderick"
"Broderick" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1092nd of 7552 | 902 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 863rd of 10718 | 1,414 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 857th of 16616 | 2,159 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 963rd of 24088 | 2,961 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1459th of 23106 | 1,464 |
Regional Popularity of "Broderick" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
39.29% 875th/2227 |
50.74% 1233rd/2430 |
31.93% 911th/2853 |
38.70% 1074th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
43.31% 1272nd/2937 |
58.25% 2029th/3483 |
16.43% 578th/3518 |
45.15% 1826th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.11% 1036th/3685 |
46.32% 2073rd/4475 |
12.50% 649th/5194 |
22.80% 1440th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.02% 688th/4582 |
28.58% 1476th/5164 |
15.19% 1111th/7313 |
14.06% 1049th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.93% 1073rd/3984 |
41.70% 1871st/4487 |
26.53% 1810th/6822 |
23.50% 1475th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Broderick" 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 "Broderick"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Broderick" 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.