Briar vs Quinton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Briar

Boy #700 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"thorny shrub, prickly plant"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#700
Total SSA Count
386
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Briar Rank #700
Quinton Rank #837

Briar is more popular, ranked #700 vs #837 for Quinton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Briar or Quinton more popular?

Briar is more popular, ranked #700 compared to Quinton at #837 in the United States.

What do Briar and Quinton mean?

Briar means "thorny shrub, prickly plant" (Old English origin). Quinton means "fifth" (Latin origin).

Are Briar and Quinton boy or girl names?

Briar is primarily a boy name. Quinton is primarily a boy name.

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