brad
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈbɹæd// UK //bɹˈæd// brad
n. a common English name for a man. It is usually a shorter version of the name Bradley.
n. a masculine given name of English origin. Frequently used as a diminutive form of Bradley.
My friend Brad lives in London.
The manager asked Brad to lead the meeting because he has the most experience with the new software.
While the name Brad was exceptionally popular in the mid-twentieth century, it remains a staple of English-speaking cultures as both a formal name and a casual nickname.
Clipping.
Usage
As a proper noun, it is always capitalized.