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Quentin vs Briar

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

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Popularity Comparison

Quentin Rank #789
Briar Rank #700

Briar is more popular, ranked #700 vs #789 for Quentin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quentin or Briar more popular?

Briar is more popular, ranked #700 compared to Quentin at #789 in the United States.

What do Quentin and Briar mean?

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

Are Quentin and Briar boy or girl names?

Quentin is primarily a boy name. Briar is primarily a boy name.

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