Bryan vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bryan

Boy #306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Irish Celtic English American

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

American English African American

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Bryan Rank #306

King Rank #343

Bryan is more popular, ranked #306 vs #343 for King.

Is Bryan or King more popular?

Bryan is more popular, ranked #306 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Bryan and King mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Bryan and King boy or girl names?

Bryan is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.