Bryan

Meaning of Bryan

It means 'strong' or 'noble'. It's thought to come from an old Irish word for a hill or a mound.

Bryan has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Bryan

Bryan has cooled off, slipping to #336 in 2025, down from a peak of #64 in 2002.

Notable people named Bryan

• Bryan Cranston
  Acclaimed actor, "Breaking Bad" star
• Bryan Adams
  Canadian rock singer-songwriter
• Bryan Danielson
  Professional wrestler, "The American Dragon"
• Bryan Ferry
  Lead singer of Roxy Music
• Bryan Habana
  South African rugby legend

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Questions about the name Bryan

What does the name Bryan mean?

Bryan means it means 'strong' or 'noble'. it's thought to come from an old irish word for a hill or a mound, and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Bryan a boy's or a girl's name?

Bryan is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Bryan?

In 2025, Bryan ranked #336 for boys, down from #306 the year before.

When was Bryan most popular?

Bryan peaked at #64 in 2002.