Brien Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Brien Name at a Glance

Name	Brien
Meaning	Variant of Brian: Brave; Virtuous.
Origin	Celtic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Brien Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Brien means “Variant of Brian: Brave; Virtuous”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Brien Name Origin

Our database records Brien under Celtic origin. Browse more Celtic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Brien a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Brien is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Brien

When considering Brien for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.