The boy's name Brian \b-rian\ is pronounced BRY-en. It is of Celtic, Irish and Gaelic origin, and its meaning is "high, noble". Could also mean "strength". Historical: Brian Boru (10th century) was a warrior who became high king of Ireland and one of its greatest national heroes. He liberated the country from the Danes in 1014. Actor Brian Dennehy; film director Brian De Palma.

ORIGIN
Celtic

MEANING
High, noble

An enduring name in Ireland, largely due to the popularity of Brian Boru, the last high king who ruled during the 10th and 11th centuries. Listed among the top 100 since 1947.

VARIATIONS
Briana Briane Brianda

ALTERNATIVES
Bryan Bryen Brien Bryon Brion Brayan

FAMOUS Brians
Brian Cox (actor) Brian Dennehy (actor) Brian McKnight (musician) Brian De Palma (director) Brian Vickers (NASCAR driver) Brian Littrell (musician) Brian Wilson (musician) Brian Piccolo (football player) Brian Bloom (actor) Brian Setzer (musician)

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