Bradly

English

"broad clearing"

Bradly Origin and Meaning

The name Bradly is a girl's name.

Bradly is an unusual choice as a feminine name, as it's traditionally a masculine name, a variant spelling of Bradley. The name originated as an English surname derived from Old English words 'brad' meaning 'broad' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing in the woods' or 'meadow'. As a given name, Bradly gained some recognition in the mid-20th century for boys, but remains quite uncommon for girls. This gender-crossing usage reflects the modern trend of adopting traditionally male names for females. For a girl, Bradly offers a strong, distinctive option that stands out from typical feminine names. The alternative spelling without the 'e' gives it a slightly different visual appeal from the more common Bradley.