Bryson: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced BRY-suhn · 2 syllables
From Brice + -son.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- BRY-suhn
- US rank (2025)
- #152
- US babies a year
- about 2,727 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Bryson?
Bryson was the #152 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,416 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 30% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #152 |
| Scotland | #711 |
| Northern Ireland | #392 |
| Ireland | #417 |
| Canada | #319 |
| Australia | #454 |
How old are people named Bryson?
Half of US adults named Bryson are older than 24; most are between 18 and 43. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Bryson
How do you pronounce Bryson?
Bryson is pronounced BRY-suhn.
How popular is the name Bryson?
Bryson was the #152 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,416 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 30% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Bryson?
Half of US adults named Bryson are older than 24. Most are between 18 and 43.