NAME PROFILE
Briar
Briar is derived from the Old English word for 'thorny bush,' representing resilience and beauty in nature. The name conjures images of wildflowers and enchanted forests, evoking a sense of adventure and whimsy.
Key Stats
| Total births | 13,349 |
| Gender | Male (34% / 66%) |
| Peak year | 2025 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1991 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
⚡ Modern Favorite
Top States
TX — 21%IN — 20%PA — 20%IL — 20%OH — 19%
Notable People
Briar Rose (aka Sleeping Beauty, character from fairy tales) · Briar L. Rose (author known for children's literature) · Briar Nolet (dancer and actress on *The Next Step*) · Briar C. (social media influencer and artist) · Briar McKenzie (fictional character in various novels)
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