Bryan
Bryan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbɹaɪən/
Meaning and origin of Bryan
- A male given name from Irish, a less common alternative spelling of Brian.
How popular is Bryan?
Since 1880, 1,717 girls and 389,589 boys in the U.S. have been named Bryan (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1610 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #42 in 1977. In 2025 it ranked #336 for boys, with 1,005 babies given the name.
Names similar to Bryan
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Sibling name ideas for Bryan
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Bryan FAQ
What does the name Bryan mean?
A male given name from Irish, a less common alternative spelling of Brian.
What is the origin of the name Bryan?
Bryan is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Bryan?
Since 1880, 1,717 girls and 389,589 boys in the U.S. have been named Bryan (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1610 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #42 in 1977. In 2025 it ranked #336 for boys, with 1,005 babies given the name.
Is Bryan a boy or girl name?
Bryan is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,717 girls and 389,589 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.