Bryan
boy name#336 in 2025Bryan entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #42 in 1977, ranks #336 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1883–2025
#336
rank today
#42
peak (1977)
1,005
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #879 |
| 1890s | #491 |
| 1900s | #594 |
| 1910s | #812 |
| 1920s | #585 |
| 1930s | #512 |
| 1940s | #327 |
| 1950s | #175 |
| 1960s | #66 |
| 1970s | #46 |
| 1980s | #50 |
| 1990s | #66 |
| 2000s | #72 |
| 2010s | #166 |
| 2020s | #297 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bryan has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 356,000 people named Bryan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bryan alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bryan in 2025?
- Bryan ranks #336 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,005 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bryan most popular?
- Bryan peaked in 1977, reaching #42 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bryan with classmates?
- Bryan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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