Brodie
How to say it: BROH-dee · /ˈbroʊdi/
From a Scottish/Irish surname and place name; from Gaelic 'brothaigh', possibly 'ditch' or 'muddy place'. Used as a given name.
Brodie was the 232nd most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 213 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2000s, its births are down about 58% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #288 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #232 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 213 |
| Share of births | 1 in 1,944 |
| Peak decade | 2000s |
| Change over 10 years | −58% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #288 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Riding high in the 2000s, Brodie has eased only slightly since. It remains close to peak form, though slipping is expected.
What goes with it
Snappy and crisp in sound, Brodie feels bold and playful. Ryder and Brady match its energy.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Brodie is about 1 in 81.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, Irish.
England and Wales: #158. Ireland: #223.
Famous people named Brodie
- Brodie Retallick (born 1991)New Zealand rugby union footballer
- Brodie Spencer (born 2004)Northern Irish association football player
- Brodie Dupont (born 1987)Canadian ice hockey player
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