Boy
Bryant
strong, virtuous, honorable
About Bryant
Consider the strength and dependability embodied in this classic name. Bryant projects professionalism and reliability, qualities that serve well throughout life's journey. The name carries historical weight while remaining thoroughly modern and relevant in today's world. Its crisp, clear pronunciation eliminates any confusion, ensuring the child never has to repeatedly explain or spell their name. Bryant offers a solid foundation for identity, neither too common to blend into obscurity nor too unusual to raise eyebrows. The name suggests someone who is grounded, capable, and trustworthy—characteristics that open doors in both personal and professional spheres. Its single-syllable surname origins give it a distinguished quality that ages exceptionally well. Parents seeking a name that will serve their son from childhood through his career years would find Bryant an excellent selection. The name maintains relevance across generations without feeling dated or trendy.
Popularity of the Name Bryant
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #444 | |
| 1881 | #603 | |
| 1882 | #516 | |
| 1883 | #912 | |
| 1884 | #865 | |
| 1885 | #422 | |
| 1886 | #655 | |
| 1887 | #836 | |
| 1888 | #485 | |
| 1889 | #589 | |
| 1890 | #514 | |
| 1891 | #568 | |
| 1892 | #463 | |
| 1893 | #512 | |
| 1894 | #633 | |
| 1895 | #885 | |
| 1896 | #381 | |
| 1897 | #392 | |
| 1898 | #421 | |
| 1899 | #483 | |
| 1900 | #470 | |
| 1901 | #639 | |
| 1902 | #692 | |
| 1903 | #741 | |
| 1904 | #616 | |
| 1905 | #748 | |
| 1906 | #760 | |
| 1907 | #673 | |
| 1908 | #523 | |
| 1909 | #847 | |
| 1910 | #546 | |
| 1911 | #711 | |
| 1912 | #882 | |
| 1913 | #747 | |
| 1914 | #699 | |
| 1915 | #760 | |
| 1916 | #813 | |
| 1917 | #855 | |
| 1918 | #692 | |
| 1919 | #748 | |
| 1920 | #616 | |
| 1921 | #631 | |
| 1922 | #704 | |
| 1923 | #745 | |
| 1924 | #692 | |
| 1925 | #664 | |
| 1926 | #664 | |
| 1927 | #762 | |
| 1928 | #695 | |
| 1929 | #677 | |
| 1930 | #844 | |
| 1931 | #689 | |
| 1932 | #634 | |
| 1933 | #703 | |
| 1934 | #637 | |
| 1935 | #647 | |
| 1936 | #691 | |
| 1937 | #706 | |
| 1938 | #641 | |
| 1939 | #671 | |
| 1940 | #579 | |
| 1941 | #787 | |
| 1942 | #626 | |
| 1943 | #682 | |
| 1944 | #592 | |
| 1945 | #617 | |
| 1946 | #605 | |
| 1947 | #615 | |
| 1948 | #586 | |
| 1949 | #640 | |
| 1950 | #615 | |
| 1951 | #536 | |
| 1952 | #581 | |
| 1953 | #524 | |
| 1954 | #539 | |
| 1955 | #534 | |
| 1956 | #480 | |
| 1957 | #427 | |
| 1958 | #417 | |
| 1959 | #424 | |
| 1960 | #397 | |
| 1961 | #387 | |
| 1962 | #380 | |
| 1963 | #347 | |
| 1964 | #353 | |
| 1965 | #327 | |
| 1966 | #322 | |
| 1967 | #300 | |
| 1968 | #283 | |
| 1969 | #274 | |
| 1970 | #272 | |
| 1971 | #286 | |
| 1972 | #270 | |
| 1973 | #286 | |
| 1974 | #318 | |
| 1975 | #347 | |
| 1976 | #325 | |
| 1977 | #327 | |
| 1978 | #315 | |
| 1979 | #324 | |
| 1980 | #312 | |
| 1981 | #315 | |
| 1982 | #307 | |
| 1983 | #290 | |
| 1984 | #316 | |
| 1985 | #315 | |
| 1986 | #250 | |
| 1987 | #182 | |
| 1988 | #164 | |
| 1989 | #176 | |
| 1990 | #204 | |
| 1991 | #248 | #996 |
| 1992 | #262 | |
| 1993 | #278 | |
| 1994 | #304 | |
| 1995 | #293 | |
| 1996 | #309 | #827 |
| 1997 | #303 | |
| 1998 | #311 | #979 |
| 1999 | #332 | |
| 2000 | #318 | |
| 2001 | #303 | |
| 2002 | #306 | |
| 2003 | #305 | |
| 2004 | #318 | |
| 2005 | #361 | |
| 2006 | #388 | |
| 2007 | #408 | |
| 2008 | #404 | |
| 2009 | #413 | |
| 2010 | #438 | |
| 2011 | #449 | |
| 2012 | #485 | |
| 2013 | #551 | |
| 2014 | #582 | |
| 2015 | #626 | |
| 2016 | #587 | |
| 2017 | #583 | |
| 2018 | #685 | |
| 2019 | #831 | |
| 2020 | #657 | |
| 2021 | #795 | |
| 2022 | #908 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Bryant
Names Similar to Bryant
Nicknames for Bryant
- Bry
- Bri
- Ant
- Brian
Famous People Named Bryant
| Bryant Gumbel | TV journalist |
| Bryant Young | Football player |
| Bryant Reeves | Basketball player |
| Bryant Terry | Chef |
| Bryant McKinnie | Football player |
| Bryant Stith | Basketball player |
| Bryant Dunston | Basketball player |
| Bryant Salter | Basketball player |
| Bryant Bowden | Football player |
| Bryant Oden | Musician |
| Bryant Williams | Basketball player |
| Bryant Johnson | Football player |
| Bryant Byrd | Basketball player |
Characters Named Bryant
| Bryant Johnson | The Curious Case of Benjamin Button |
| Bryant Myers | Boardwalk Empire |
| Bryant Zadegan | Silicon Valley |
| Bryant Toth | The Vampire Diaries |
| Bryant Lukosius | Skins |
| Bryant Gow | Dynasty |
| Bryant Jennings | Brooklyn Nine-Nine |
| Bryant Kinney | Friday Night Lights |
| Bryant | The Maze Runner |
| Bryant Griffin | Smallville |
| Bryant Lister | The West Wing |
| Bryant Furst | The Office |
| Bryant Kinnard | House of Cards |
| Bryant Fuentes | Narcos |
| Bryant Hafferty | Grey's Anatomy |
| Bryant Wells | Downton Abbey |
| Bryant Bishop | Breaking Bad |
| Bryant Haines | Mad Men |
| Bryant Rainer | The X-Files |
| Bryant Furlough | Ozark |