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Brian

"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin

BoyUnknown1 syllableCurrent rank #301 (2024)

About Brian

Brian appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1909 through 2020. In 2024, it ranks #301 among boys, with 1,111 reported births. Across available SSA years, the name appears 1,172,927 times.

Quick Facts

GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationBrian
Syllables1

Nicknames for Brian

Brian is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.

Popularity in the U.S.

Brian ranks #301 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,111 births.. Parents often choose Brian for its clear pronunciation and classic style.

Current #3015Y Peak 2015
1K1.5K2K151617181920212223242015: 2,210 births2021: 1,188 births2022: 1,180 births2023: 1,048 births2024: 1,111 births

Brian had 1,111 births in 2024.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Brian James
  • Brian Alexander
  • Brian Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Brian mean?

Brian means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.

Is Brian a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Brian ranks #301 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,111 births..

How is Brian pronounced?

A common pronunciation is Brian.