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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Son of Brice
- Origin
- English (surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- BRY-sun
Bryson is a boy's name with English roots, originally a surname meaning "son of Brice." It's pronounced BRY-sun (IPA /ˈbraɪsən/), a simple, easy-to-say two-syllable name. SSA records for the name stretch all the way back to 1914, and it's currently among the classic, timeless names for boys.
Meaning & Origin of Bryson
Meaning: Son of Brice.
Origin: English (surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Bryson
BRY-sunIPA /ˈbraɪsən/
Popularity of Bryson
Bryson peaked at #86 in 2017, when 4,677 boys were given the name, and has since cooled to #147 in 2024 with 2,469 babies named Bryson that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Bryson mean?
Son of Brice. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Bryson?
Bryson is pronounced BRY-sun (IPA: /ˈbraɪsən/).
Is Bryson a popular name right now?
Bryson peaked at #86 in 2017 and is ranked #147 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1914–2024.)
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