Brynn Girl

Popularity: #374 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: Brin //brɪn//

Origin: Welsh; Irish

Meaning: Welsh: hill; Irish: raven

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Brynn has its roots in the Welsh language, derived from the word "bryn," which translates to "hill" or "mound." This etymological origin reflects the geographical features of Wales, where many place names incorporate similar elements. The name Brynn entered the English lexicon through the influence of Welsh culture and language, particularly during the 19th century when interest in Welsh heritage grew among the English-speaking population.

The transition from Welsh to English was facilitated by the broader Romantic movement, which celebrated folk traditions and regional identities. Historically, Brynn has been associated with various figures and places in Welsh history, although it does not have the same level of prominence as some other names derived from biblical or royal lineages.

The name's usage in literature and poetry has contributed to its cultural resonance, particularly in works that celebrate the natural beauty of the Welsh landscape. The 20th century saw an increase in the name's usage outside of Wales, often linked to the broader interest in Celtic names and their meanings.

Culturally, Brynn embodies a connection to nature and the landscape, symbolizing strength and stability associated with hills and mounds. This connection to the earth has made the name appealing in various contexts, including literature and the arts, where themes of nature and heritage are prevalent.

While diminutive forms such as Bryn exist, the name Brynn itself has maintained a distinct identity, often used to evoke a sense of place and cultural heritage.

Famous people named Brynn

In this section, you will find notable people named Brynn. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Brynn who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Brynn who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Brynn Cartelli is a singer best known for The Voice and her single 'Walk My Way'.

Brynn Williams is a singer and actress best known for her role in the Broadway musical 'Bye Bye Birdie' and her appearances on 'American Idol'.

Brynn Thayer is an actress best known for her roles in 'One Life to Live', 'Matlock', and 'The Love Boat'.

Brynn McAuley is a voice actress best known for her work in 'The Amazing World of Gumball', 'My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic', and 'The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!'.

Brynn Elliott is a singer-songwriter best known for her singles 'Time of Our Lives' and 'Tell Me I'm Alive'.

Fictional characters named Brynn

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Brynn is a fictional character from the video game series Fire Emblem. She is a prominent character in Fire Emblem: Three Houses, serving as a member of the Blue Lions house and a skilled warrior.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Brynn, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

BrynBrookeBaileyBlairBriaBlythe

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Brynn. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

BrynnleyBrinleyBrynnaBrielleBrianaBridgetBriony

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Brynn was first seen in the United States in 1943.

Brynn has ranked as high as #407 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Texas, and New York.

In the past 5 years the name Brynn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Brynn is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Brynn was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Brynn.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 774 7 767
2024 829 9 820
2023 746 5 741
2022 814 8 806
2021 852 5 847
2020 936 6 930
2019 1,065 9 1,056
2018 1,096 9 1,087
2017 1,101 6 1,095
2016 1,245 7 1,238
2015 1,234 5 1,229
2014 1,264 7 1,257
2013 1,494 7 1,487
2012 1,665 9 1,656
2011 1,671 6 1,665
2010 1,150 10 1,140
2009 955 6 949
2008 1,046 7 1,039
2007 936 11 925
2006 814 14 800
2005 746 10 736
2004 891 12 879
2003 1,084 17 1,067
2002 443 0 443
2001 398 12 386
2000 427 15 412
1999 461 9 452
1998 316 10 306
1997 173 6 167
1996 180 5 175
1995 187 9 178
1994 171 8 163
1993 168 7 161
1992 149 6 143
1991 149 5 144
1990 185 7 178
1989 190 13 177
1988 134 7 127
1987 127 7 120
1986 179 11 168
1985 168 0 168
1984 220 10 210
1983 235 9 226
1982 300 6 294
1981 159 12 147
1980 166 5 161
1979 84 0 84
1978 25 0 25
1977 37 5 32
1976 26 7 19
1975 16 0 16
1974 23 0 23
1973 19 0 19
1972 19 0 19
1971 9 0 9
1970 23 0 23
1969 21 0 21
1968 18 5 13
1967 11 0 11
1966 13 0 13
1965 13 0 13
1964 8 0 8
1963 15 0 15
1962 16 7 9
1961 15 0 15
1959 8 0 8
1958 9 0 9
1957 6 0 6
1955 5 0 5
1954 8 0 8
1953 7 0 7
1952 9 0 9
1951 15 0 15
1950 16 0 16
1949 18 0 18
1943 6 0 6

Top States for Brynn (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 65
8%
PA 58
7%
TX 51
6%
IL 44
6%
NY 40
5%
MA 37
5%
OH 36
5%
MN 34
4%
NJ 30
4%
MI 26
3%
FL 24
3%
WI 23
3%
IN 22
3%
AZ 19
2%
MD 18
2%
CO 18
2%
CT 18
2%
SC 17
2%
WA 16
2%
GA 15
2%
NC 14
2%
VA 14
2%
LA 11
1%
MO 11
1%
OR 11
1%
TN 10
1%
IA 10
1%
OK 10
1%
UT 9
1%
KS 9
1%
ND 8
1%
ME 8
1%
HI 7
1%
NE 7
1%
ID 7
1%
MT 7
1%
KY 6
1%
WV 6
1%
AL 5
1%
AR 5
1%
NH 5
1%
DE 5
1%