Bryn: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A strong name meaning hill, grounded and steadfast.
Bryn as a Boy Name
- Origin
- Welsh
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #6311
- Peak
- #1593 in 1986
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Bryn Means
Bryn is a boy name of Welsh origin. A strong name meaning hill, grounded and steadfast.
How Popular Bryn Is
Bryn currently ranks #6311 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1593 in 1986. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Bryn
- Bryn is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Bryn is a name with Welsh Celtic origins.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Bryn as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- Welsh
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #6311
- Peak
- #1593 in 1986
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Bryn Means
Bryn is a unisex name of Welsh origin. A hill rising proudly above the landscape.
How Popular Bryn Is
Bryn currently ranks #6311 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1593 in 1986. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Bryn
- Bryn is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Bryn is a name with Welsh Celtic origins.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Bryn
Other Welsh names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Bryn
Welsh names that pair well as a brother or sister to Bryn.
Questions About Bryn
What does Bryn mean?
Bryn is a boy name of Welsh origin. A strong name meaning hill, grounded and steadfast.
How popular is Bryn?
Bryn currently ranks #6311 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1593 in 1986. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Bryn come from?
Bryn comes from Welsh roots. Bryn is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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