Names Starting With B
UnisexEnglish#345 in 2025
Briar
Briar is a unisex name of English origin meaning “thorny shrub, bramble.” It ranked #345 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
BRY-er
meaning & origin
The name Briar means “thorny shrub, bramble.” It comes from the English language tradition.
From the Old English 'brær' or 'briar,' a thorny plant including roses and brambles. In fairy tale tradition, Sleeping Beauty's castle is surrounded by a magical briar thicket. The name has a wild, romantic quality that has made it popular in contemporary naming.
popularity over time
#4852020
#4402021
#3992022
#3742023
#3452024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #345 |
| 2023 | #374 |
| 2022 | #399 |
| 2021 | #440 |
| 2020 | #485 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
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