NAME PROFILE
Brian
Brian is a name of Irish origin meaning 'noble' or 'high.' It carries a sense of strength and dignity, often associated with leaders and courageous individuals. The name evokes a warm presence, suggesting someone who is supportive and dependable, often looked up to by those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,178,298 |
| Gender | Male (99% / 1%) |
| Peak year | 1972 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1916 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%NY — 21%PA — 19%OH — 19%MI — 19%
Notable People
Brian Adams (Musician, *Summer of '69*) · Brian Cranston (Actor, *Breaking Bad*) · Brian Wilson (Musician, *The Beach Boys*) · Brian Blessed (Actor, *Flash Gordon*) · Brian Cox (Physicist and TV presenter, *Wonders of the Universe*)
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