Broad island or broad meadow
Derived from the Old English elements 'brad' (broad) and 'eg' (island) or 'leah' (meadow). While traditionally a surname, it has evolved into a rare given name that blends the surname-style trend with a friendly, diminutive ending.
Less common today
Bradie isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,818 in 1998.
Former NFL linebacker
Olympic figure skater
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).