Bryn Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRIN / bɹɪnWelsh; Scandinavian
Meaning
Welsh: hill; Scandinavian: brook
Historical & Cultural Background
Bryn is a name of Welsh origin, commonly used in Wales and among Welsh speakers. In Welsh culture, it is often associated with geographical features, reflecting the landscape. The name has also been adopted in Scandinavian countries, where it carries a different but related meaning. It has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries in recent years.
Trend Summary
Bryn has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brin
International Variants
- Bryn (Welsh)
- Brynjar (Scandinavian)
Famous people named Bryn
Bryn Terfel is a Welsh bass-baritone known for his operatic performances and concert appearances.
Bryn Forbes is an American professional basketball player recognized for his skills in the NBA.
Bryn Jones was a British musician and producer, known for his influential work in the ambient music genre.
Bryn Hargreaves was a Welsh rugby player who played professionally in England.
Fictional characters named Bryn
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bryn was first seen in the United States in 1947. Bryn has ranked as high as #1182 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Texas. 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 (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 27 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 23 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 28 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 41 |
| 1987 | 31 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 45 |
| 1991 | 37 |
| 1992 | 34 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 13 |