Welsh boy name
Bryn Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Bryn means hill. From the Welsh word bryn, meaning hill.
Bryn is the Welsh word for hill, which gives the name a clear landscape meaning and a sense of Welsh geography. It is common in place names across Wales and is a popular boys' name there. It is short, strong and simple to spell, with an easy pronunciation. The opera singer Bryn Terfel is one of the best-known Welshmen to carry it. It can also be used for girls, usually as Brynn, though it is more common for boys. It pairs well with a longer middle name.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Bryn
BrynnBrin
A well-known Bryn
Bryn Terfel.
Bryn popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2012 Bryn ranked #616 in Ireland (4 babies) and #2,021 in the US (94 babies). It is far more popular in Ireland than in America.
Ireland (boys)United States (girls)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bryn mean?
Bryn means "hill". From the Welsh word bryn, meaning hill.
How do you pronounce Bryn?
Bryn is pronounced BRIN.
What is the origin of Bryn?
Bryn is a Welsh boy name.
Is Bryn a popular name?
Bryn ranked #616 in Ireland in 2012 and #2,021 in the US in 2025.
What are other spellings of Bryn?
Other spellings and forms include Brynn, Brin.