boy name
Brian
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#339 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Brian in the US, 1880–2025
Brian first appears in US records in 1909. It peaked in 1972, when 36,306 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 979.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Brian a boy or a girl name?
Brian is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Brian?
In 2025, Brian ranked #339 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Brian most popular?
Brian was most popular in 1972, when about 36,306 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.