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Bryn

Boy name · 61 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Bryn: 61 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 8 births in 2008.

Bryn comes from the Welsh word for "hill" or "mound," a topographical name that evokes the rolling landscapes of both Wales and Scotland. Among its most famous bearers is the Welsh bass-baritone Bryn Terfel, celebrated for his powerful opera performances, while Bryn Davies was a noted Scottish footballer who played for Celtic in the early 20th century. The name also appears in place names such as Bryn Mawr in Pennsylvania, a Welsh phrase meaning "big hill" that later lent its name to the prestigious women's college. Though predominantly masculine, Bryn is also used as

Boy 15 of 52 years

Peak year
20088 babies
Latest (2023)
#7283 babies
Total births
61since 1976
5-year trend
▼ 17%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2008 · 8
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).