Briar

This word name entered the US Top 1000 for both genders in 2015, though it premiered a little higher for girls. There are still more baby girls named Briar than baby boys -- 594 vs. 361 in 2021 -- but it's rising in popularity for both. Briar fits the trend for nature names, and it also offers a fresh option for honoring a Brian.

Pronounced BRY-er.

As of October 2026, Briar ranked #686 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #670 in 2023.