Origin and Meaning of the Name Brian
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
Celtic
Usage:
Irish, English
Meaning:
The meaning of the name Brian is not settled for certain, but it probably is from Celtic roots meaning "high" or "noble."
Popularity:
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2008 Rank:
87
Trend:
2007 Rank:
81
2006 Rank:
72
2005 Rank:
63
2004 Rank:
59
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