Bryn Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRIN / /brɪn/Welsh; Old Norse
Meaning
Welsh: hill; Old Norse: a form of 'Brynjar' meaning 'warrior'
Historical & Cultural Background
Bryn is a name of Welsh origin, commonly used in Wales and among Welsh speakers. It has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with nature, particularly hills and elevated landscapes. In Old Norse, it connects to themes of strength and valor.
Trend Summary
Bryn has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brin
- Brynn
International Variants
- Brin (French)
- Brynne (English)
Famous people named Bryn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bryn was first seen in the United States in 1949. Bryn has ranked as high as #979 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, Texas, Ohio, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Bryn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bryn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 12 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 22 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 18 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 35 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 39 |
| 1976 | 42 |
| 1977 | 36 |
| 1978 | 40 |
| 1979 | 82 |
| 1980 | 72 |
| 1981 | 70 |
| 1982 | 81 |
| 1983 | 65 |
| 1984 | 72 |
| 1985 | 66 |
| 1986 | 62 |
| 1987 | 67 |
| 1988 | 75 |
| 1989 | 85 |
| 1990 | 83 |
| 1991 | 98 |
| 1992 | 81 |
| 1993 | 101 |
| 1994 | 92 |
| 1995 | 108 |
| 1996 | 127 |
| 1997 | 100 |
| 1998 | 140 |
| 1999 | 212 |
| 2000 | 204 |
| 2001 | 171 |
| 2002 | 192 |
| 2003 | 212 |
| 2004 | 265 |
| 2005 | 213 |
| 2006 | 192 |
| 2007 | 185 |
| 2008 | 179 |
| 2009 | 157 |
| 2010 | 229 |
| 2011 | 370 |
| 2012 | 353 |
| 2013 | 337 |
| 2014 | 276 |
| 2015 | 217 |
| 2016 | 180 |
| 2017 | 133 |
| 2018 | 168 |
| 2019 | 148 |
| 2020 | 113 |
| 2021 | 138 |
| 2022 | 109 |
| 2023 | 93 |
| 2024 | 91 |