Brilliant
boy name#10695 in 2025Brilliant entered the US charts in 2011, peaked at #8921 in 2023, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2011–2025
#10695
rank today
#8921
peak (2023)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #10763 |
| 2020s | #10002 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Brilliant are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Brilliant is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brilliant in 2025?
- Brilliant ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brilliant most popular?
- Brilliant peaked in 2023, reaching #8921 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brilliant with classmates?
- Brilliant will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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