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A boy's name of Celtic, Irish and Scottish origin that has become a contemporary classic. Brian was most popular in 1972 and is currently ranked #87 among the U.S. boys' names. Meaning: strong; virtuous; honorable. History: Brian Boru was an eleventh-century Irish king and national hero.
U.S. popularity statistics:
| Peak year: | 1972 |
|---|---|
| Rank in 2008: | 87 |
| 3-year trend: |  24% |
Frequency per 1 million babies:
