Broderick
Meaning of Broderick
Broderick is a masculine name with Irish origins. In English, it is pronounced as BRAH-dur-ik (/ˈbrɑ.dər.ɪk/), while in Irish it is pronounced as BROD-rik (/ˈbrɒd.rɪk/). The name has variations such as Brodrick.
In the United States of America, Broderick has been given to baby boys since at least the 1950s. It has maintained a moderate level of popularity over the years, consistently ranking within the top 2000 names. In recent years, its rank has ranged from around 800 to 1600. However, it is important to note that these rankings are subject to change and may vary by year.
While there are no specific associations commonly attributed to the name Broderick, it carries a strong and distinguished sound that may appeal to parents seeking a unique yet traditional name for their baby boy. Its Celtic roots add an air of cultural richness and depth.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as BRAH-dur-ik (/ˈbrɑ.dər.ɪk/)
Irish
- Pronunced as BROD-rik (/ˈbrɒd.rɪk/)
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Notable People Named Broderick
| William Broderick Crawford was an American actor best known for his Academy Award-winning portrayal of Willie Stark in All the King's Men and for his role as Dan Mathews in the television series Highway Patrol. |
| Broderick Soncuaco Pabillo is a Filipino prelate who has been the Vicar Apostolic of Taytay in Palawan since 2021, previously serving as auxiliary bishop of Manila and apostolic administrator of that archdiocese. |
| Broderick Hunter Jr. is an American model and actor who began his modeling career at the age of 20 and has appeared in editorials for publications such as Cosmopolitan, Maxim, Essence, Vogue Paris, and Italian GQ. |
| Broderick Washington Jr. is an American football defensive end for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL) and played college football at Texas Tech. |
| Alaowei Broderick Bozimo is a Nigerian lawyer who served as Minister of Police Affairs and later as Minister of State in the Ministry of the Interior. |
