US Popularity Rank: 9025

Origin: Irish

Meaning: High, noble, exalted

Bryanne is a gender-neutral name of Irish origin. It’s a variant of the name Brian, which is thought to derive from the Irish word brí, “hill.” Therefore, it has been interpreted as meaning “high, exalted, noble.” The name was borne by one of the most famous High Kings of Ireland, Brian Boru, a major player in the Battle of Clontarf in 1014. A suitably impressive namesake for baby! Brian’s popularity has continued into the present day, spawning variants such as Bryan, Brien, Brianna, Brienne, and Breanne as well as Bryanne.