Bryen is an uncommon, unisex given name of Welsh origin, meaning 'from the hill'. It's composed of the elements 'bry' meaning 'hill', and 'yn' meaning 'from'. Historically, it was used more frequently in Wales but has gained some popularity elsewhere over time. Bryen can be spelled in various ways, such as Bryan, Bryant, or even Brian, reflecting its versatility.
Based on the provided statistics, the name Bryen experienced fluctuations in popularity over time. The highest number of births was recorded in 2001 with 22 occurrences, while some years saw no births at all (e.g., 1968-1969, 1973-1974, 1976). Overall, the name Bryen has been given to 432 children since 1966.