Brian vs Declan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brian

Boy #301 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble, high"

Origin: Celtic

Irish English American Scottish

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Boy #131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"man of prayer"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish English American

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Brian Rank #301

Declan Rank #131

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 vs #301 for Brian.

Is Brian or Declan more popular?

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Brian at #301 in the United States.

What do Brian and Declan mean?

Brian means "noble, high" (Celtic origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Brian and Declan boy or girl names?

Brian is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.