Bryon
Bryon is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Noble, high, or exalted.
Origin and history
Bryon is a masculine name of Gaelic origin, derived as a variant spelling of Byron or Brian. Historically associated with meaning noble or high hill, it enjoyed moderate popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century. Today it is a uncommon alternative spelling for modern American parents.
Popularity in the United States
14,720 babies in the United States have been named Bryon since 1880. It ranks #981 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1810.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.1 %)
- OH (9.6 %)
- PA (6.6 %)
- MI (6.5 %)
- NY (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 7 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 38 |
| 1920-1930 | 52 |
| 1930-1940 | 61 |
| 1940-1950 | 241 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,446 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,415 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,767 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,824 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,548 |
| 2000-2010 | 813 |
| 2010-2019 | 391 |
| 2020-2029 | 117 |
Famous people named Bryon
- Bryon Russell: athlete, basketball player
Nicknames
Bry, Brye
Fun facts
- Bryon represents a modern spelling blend between the traditional surnames/given names Byron and Brian.
- The name saw its highest U.S. usage during the 1970s and 1980s before gradually declining.