Broadus
boy nameBroadus entered the US charts in 1900, peaked at #1009 in 1903, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1900–2025
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rank today
#1009
peak (1903)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1160 |
| 1910s | #1535 |
| 1920s | #1649 |
| 1930s | #1871 |
| 1940s | #2147 |
| 1950s | #2432 |
| 1960s | #3662 |
| 1970s | #4236 |
| 1980s | #5888 |
| 2010s | #12136 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Broadus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Broadus alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Broadus in 2025?
- Broadus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Broadus most popular?
- Broadus peaked in 1903, reaching #1009 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Broadus with classmates?
- Broadus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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