Brian vs John
Brian
Gender: boy
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Noble, strong
Peak: 1973 (2.21%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Brian | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | 8.15% |
| 1890 | - | 7.10% |
| 1900 | - | 6.06% |
| 1910 | - | 5.49% |
| 1920 | - | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 0.01% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 0.09% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 0.25% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 1.01% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 1.68% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 1.55% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | 0.79% | 1.35% |
| 2000 | 0.43% | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Brian or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Brian peaked in 1973 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Brian and John mean?
Brian means "Noble, strong" while John means "God is gracious".