Bradley Budd

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bradley Budd — broad meadow
239K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bradley Budd is a name that combines English origins. The first name Bradley is a masculine given name of English origin. Bradley is an English given name derived from a placename meaning "broad wood" or "broad meadow" in Old English. The given name Brad is often a diminutive of Bradley. It is also a surname. Notable people with the given name include: Bradley A. Buckles, American ATF director Bradley A. The surname Budd: Alan Budd (born 1937), British economist Aoife Budd (born 1980), Irish cricketer Barbara Budd (born 1953), Canadian actress Brian Budd (born 1952), Canadian professional soccer player Bryan Budd (1977–2006), British soldier posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross Christopher Budd (mathematician) (born 1960), British mathematician Christopher Budd (cricketer) (born 1978), English cricketer Christopher Budd (bishop) (born 1937), British Roman Catholic prelate Colin Budd (born 1945), British civil servant and diplomat Dave Budd (born 1938), American basketball player Edward G. Bradley is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 239K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Bradley reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Bradley

Meaning: broad meadow

English

Bradley is an English given name derived from a placename meaning "broad wood" or "broad meadow" in Old English. The given name Brad is often a diminutive of Bradley. It is also a surname. Notable people with the given name include: Bradley A. Buckles, American ATF director Bradley A.

Surname: Budd

Irish

Alan Budd (born 1937), British economist Aoife Budd (born 1980), Irish cricketer Barbara Budd (born 1953), Canadian actress Brian Budd (born 1952), Canadian professional soccer player Bryan Budd (1977–2006), British soldier posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross Christopher Budd (mathematician) (born 1960), British mathematician Christopher Budd (cricketer) (born 1978), English cricketer Christopher Budd (bishop) (born 1937), British Roman Catholic prelate Colin Budd (born 1945), British civil servant and diplomat Dave Budd (born 1938), American basketball player Edward G.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Bradley is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Bradley by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Bradley Budd:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Bradley?
The first name Bradley originates from English. Bradley is an English given name derived from a placename meaning "broad wood" or "broad meadow" in Old English. The given name Brad is often a diminutive of Bradley. It is also a surname. Notable people with the given name include: Bradley A. Buckles, American ATF director Bradley A.
When was Bradley most popular?
The name Bradley reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Budd?
The surname Budd originates from Irish. Alan Budd (born 1937), British economist Aoife Budd (born 1980), Irish cricketer Barbara Budd (born 1953), Canadian actress Brian Budd (born 1952), Canadian professional soccer player Bryan Budd (1977–2006), British soldier posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross Christopher Budd (mathematician) (born 1960), British mathematician Christopher Budd (cricketer) (born 1978), English cricketer Christopher Budd (bishop) (born 1937), British Roman Catholic prelate Colin Budd (born 1945), British civil servant and diplomat Dave Budd (born 1938), American basketball player Edward G.
What are the origins of the name Bradley Budd?
The name Bradley Budd combines two different traditions: the first name Bradley has English roots, while the surname Budd originates from Irish.
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