Boys name · New York
Brian in New York
Brian was the 360th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 49 babies named Brian that year. Since 1916, New York families have named 101,362 babies Brian.
Popularity over time
Brian in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 | 589th |
| 1936 | 75 | 127th |
| 1951 | 768 | 43rd |
| 1966 | 2,056 | 20th |
| 1980 | 2,054 | 11th |
| 1995 | 1,230 | 22nd |
| 2010 | 334 | 73rd |
| 2025 | 49 | 360th |
Its rank among boys names in New York climbed from 589th in 1916 to 360th in 2025.
The most babies named Brian in New York in a single year was 2,542, in 1972. Its best showing was 8th among boys names in 1972.
Across the country, Brian reached its best rank of 2nd in Pennsylvania (1973). See Brian in every state →
How popular is Brian in New York?
Brian was the 360th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 49 babies named Brian that year. Since 1916, New York families have named 101,362 babies Brian.
How many babies are named Brian in New York?
In 2025, 49 babies were named Brian in New York. The most babies named Brian in New York in a single year was 2,542, in 1972.
What is the rank of Brian in New York?
Brian ranked 360th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 8th among boys names in 1972.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.