The name Obryant is of French origin and means 'strong, mighty'. It is believed to have evolved from the Germanic word 'berht', which translates to 'bright' or 'famous'. The variant forms of this name include Obreant and Orbrient. Historically, the name has been most commonly used in France, particularly in the regions of Normandy and Brittany.
The number of babies named Obryant peaked at ten in 1989 and has since declined, with only five recorded in the most recent year listed, 2009.