Bryon
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
14,720 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1970 Peak Popularity Year
451 Peak Births

Bryon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Bryon has Greek origins, meaning 'noble' or 'to grow.' It has evolved through various forms, including Bryn and Bryan, and gained popularity in the 19th century, influenced by Lord Byron. It is associated with traits of individuality and strength. There is no significant biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bryon"

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Pronunciation

/ˈbraɪən/

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Origin

Greek

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Etymology

The name Bryon is derived from the Greek word 'bryon,' which means 'to grow' or 'to flourish.' It is often associated with the meaning of 'noble' or 'high.'

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Meaning

noble, high, to grow, to flourish

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Language Evolution

Bryn, Bryan, Bryon

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Historical Usage

The name Bryon gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, partly due to the influence of the poet Lord Byron.

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Variants & Derivatives

Bryan, Brian, Bri

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, the name Bryon is viewed as a modern and unique variant of Brian, carrying a sense of individuality and strength.

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Famous People

Bryon Allen, Bryon D. McGregor

📊 Bryon Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Bryon Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 451 peak births in 1970

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 43 US states, with strongest presence in Ohio

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Bryon" - Complete Guide (12 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Bryon". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 12 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bryon"

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 of "Bryon"

"Bryon" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 3722nd of 7545 76
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 2353rd of 6773 187
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 585th of 7552 3,177
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 414th of 10718 5,918
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 652nd of 16616 3,655
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1631st of 24088 1,335
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 3729th of 23106 348
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 19264th of 19264 5
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 22013th of 27321 12

Regional Popularity of "Bryon" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- 75.26%
1171st/1556
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
18.63%
415th/2227
23.17%
563rd/2430
29.72%
848th/2853
17.98%
499th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
10.25%
301st/2937
12.69%
442nd/3483
14.78%
520th/3518
9.87%
399th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
14.52%
535th/3685
14.61%
654th/4475
15.15%
787th/5194
9.96%
629th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
32.15%
1473rd/4582
34.84%
1799th/5164
26.08%
1907th/7313
24.91%
1859th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - 58.47%
3989th/6822
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Regional Popularity of "Bryon" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Bryon"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Bryon" 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 of "Bryon" in the United States

The name Bryon is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bryon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Bryon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3722nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2353rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 585th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 414th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 652nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1631st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3729th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Bryon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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