Bryn
Bryn first appears in US records in 1947. It peaked in 1990, when 45 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 12.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Bryn popular?
Steady Bryn has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1990.
| 2020s | 83 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 153 | |
| 2000s | 162 | |
| 1990s | 261 | |
| 1980s | 295 | |
| 1970s | 181 | |
| 1960s | 132 | |
| 1950s | 54 | |
| 1940s | 8 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Bryn mean?
Bryn means “hill” in Welsh.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bryn mean?
Bryn means Hill. Bryn means “hill” in Welsh.
What is the origin of the name Bryn?
Bryn is of Welsh origin.
How do you pronounce Bryn?
Bryn is pronounced “BRIN.”
Is Bryn a boy or a girl name?
Bryn is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Bryn a popular name right now?
Bryn has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1990.
How popular is the name Bryn?
In 2025, Bryn ranked #6867 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Bryn most popular?
Bryn was most popular in 1990, when about 45 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Bryn?
Names similar to Bryn include Eirian, Deian, Gwilym, Iestyn, Bleddyn.
What names go well with Bryn?
Welsh names that pair well with Bryn include Megan, Dylan, Morgan, Owen, Evan.