Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brynn is a Welsh name meaning 'hill'. It has evolved from the Welsh word 'bryn' to its modern form. The name is characterized by its association with nature and strength. It does not have a biblical background and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Common variants include Bryan and Bryn.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/brɪn/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Brynn is derived from the Welsh word 'bryn', which means 'hill'.
Meaning
hill
Language Evolution
Bryn (Welsh), Brynn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Brynn gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Bryan, Bryan, Bryn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brynn is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with nature and strength.
Famous People
Brynn Cartelli, American singer and songwriter, Brynn Thayer, American actress
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,671 peak births in 2011
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7067th of 7552 | 7 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5530th of 16616 | 122 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7151st of 24088 | 154 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9453rd of 23106 | 83 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4460th of 12526 | 148 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2488th of 19264 | 501 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 996th of 27321 | 2,779 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 385th of 35406 | 13,022 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 314th of 30306 | 12,590 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
66.29% 1947th/2937 |
71.55% 2492nd/3483 |
83.12% 2924th/3518 |
46.69% 1888th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
22.58% 832nd/3685 |
19.13% 856th/4475 |
34.87% 1811th/5194 |
13.91% 879th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
4.95% 227th/4582 |
6.00% 310th/5164 |
8.53% 624th/7313 |
6.11% 456th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
4.99% 199th/3984 |
4.55% 204th/4487 |
7.02% 479th/6822 |
6.07% 381st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7067th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5530th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7151st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9453rd out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4460th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2488th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 996th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 385th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 314th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.