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Brian

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Brian [brahy-uhn][1](sometimes spelled as Bryan) is a common name in the English language. This name was ranked #288 on the US Popular Names in 2021.[2] The name came from Irish and Breton origins.[3] The name is also a surname of Occitan origins.[4]The exact meaning of Brian is not known. However, it is possible the name is from Old Celtic, meaning "high" or "noble".[3]

People named Brian

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References

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  1. "Definition of Brian | Dictionary.com". www.dictionary.com. Retrieved 2023-03-15.
  2. "Popular Baby Names". www.ssa.gov. Retrieved 2023-03-15.
  3. 3.0 3.1 A Dictionary of First Names. Oxford University Press. 1996. ISBN 0-19-280050-7.
  4. Dictionary of American Family Names. Oxford University Press. 2003. ISBN 0-19-508137-4.