Brien
boy name#9714 in 2025Brien entered the US charts in 1925, peaked at #766 in 1963, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1925–2025
#9714
rank today
#766
peak (1963)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4199 |
| 1930s | #2582 |
| 1940s | #2137 |
| 1950s | #1137 |
| 1960s | #819 |
| 1970s | #1025 |
| 1980s | #1257 |
| 1990s | #1943 |
| 2000s | #4114 |
| 2010s | #7730 |
| 2020s | #10588 |
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Brien are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brien alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brien in 2025?
- Brien ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brien most popular?
- Brien peaked in 1963, reaching #766 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brien with classmates?
- Brien will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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