Bryson
Bryson is of English origin, originally a surname meaning 'son of Brice.' The name Brice derives from a Celtic word meaning 'speckled' or 'freckled,' though it has evolved into a modern given name with a contemporary, confident sound.
Current Popularity
#147 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce with clear phonetics
- •Works well in professional settings while maintaining a friendly approachability
- •Gained popularity as a first name in the late 1990s and 2000s
- •The '-son' ending gives it a strong, masculine feel
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Statistics
80,790
Total births since 1880
2017
Peak year
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