Bryan
Meaning & Origin
Meaning: Strong; Noble
Background: The name Bryan originates from the Irish name 'Brian,' which is derived from the Old Celtic 'briga,' meaning 'hill' or 'elevation.' In English contexts, it is often associated with meanings of strength and nobility, reflecting the historical significance of the name.
At a glance
Quick stats based on the history of this name.
Lifetime rank
#87
Total births
390,298
Most popular decade
1980s
(243,249 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-156 ranks)
Years in Top 100
52
First recorded year
1883
Gender usage
99.6% male
0.4% female
Stats by gender
Male
- First year
- 1883
- First year births
- 6
- First year rank
- #799
- Peak year
- 1985
- Peak year births
- 8,717
- Peak rank
- #48
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 1,105
- Recent rank
- #305
Female
- First year
- 1951
- First year births
- 6
- First year rank
- #4,833
- Peak year
- 1985
- Peak year births
- 71
- Peak rank
- #1,650
- Most recent year
- 2021
- Recent year births
- 5
- Recent rank
- #15,244
Births over time
Number of babies given this name each year.
Rank over time
Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).