Briant
Briant is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
High, noble, or exalted.
Origin and history
Briant is a variant spelling of Brian, an Irish and Breton name derived from an ancient Celtic root meaning high or noble. While Brian became extremely popular in the mid-20th century, the spelling Briant has remained relatively rare in the United States. Today, it serves as a distinct alternate spelling of a classic name.
Popularity in the United States
967 babies in the United States have been named Briant since 1880. It ranks #3714 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1913.
States where it is most popular
- CA (89.9 %)
- AZ (5.1 %)
- TX (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 6 |
| 1950-1960 | 54 |
| 1960-1970 | 140 |
| 1970-1980 | 133 |
| 1980-1990 | 127 |
| 1990-2000 | 196 |
| 2000-2010 | 228 |
| 2010-2019 | 69 |
| 2020-2029 | 14 |
Nicknames
Bri
Fun facts
- Briant developed as an uncommon variant spelling influenced by both the traditional name Brian and the surname Bryant.