All about the name

Broder

Male

« The name Broder is of Danish origin, meaning 'brother', derived from the Old Norse word 'bróðir'. »

#36494 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name Broder is of Danish origin and means "brother." It is a gender-neutral name that has been used in Denmark for centuries. The name is derived from the Old Norse word "bróðir," which also means brother. In medieval times, it was not uncommon for people to be named after their siblings or relatives, so Broder may have been given as a name to honor a beloved brother. Today, Broder remains a popular name in Denmark and is sometimes used internationally as well. It is often spelled with an "e" at the end, as in the Danish form "Broder," but it can also be spelled without the final "e." Despite its meaning and origin, there are no specific holidays or cultural events associated with the name Broder. However, people named Broder may choose to celebrate their name day on June 29th, which is the feast day of Saints Peter and Paul in the Catholic Church, as this date has been associated with the name "Peter," which has a similar meaning to Broder ("rock" or "stone").

In numbers

Popularity of the name Broder since 1880

Total births
6
Total since 1880
Peak year
2006
6 births
in 2006
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0% →
vs previous 5 years