Brian is a boy’s name that comes from Irish origin, meaning “high” or “noble. There is a Celtic term called brixs that means “hill” or “high,” and there is also an Old Irish word called briíg that means “might” or “power.” Brian is a name that means strength and virtue, which are qualities that make people brave and will help them reach unimaginable heights.
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Sibling Name Ideas
Are you trying to find a sibling name for Brian? Great choices include the following:
- Roone
- Devlon
- Bryan
- Kathleen
- Keira
- Sean
- Kelline
- Fiona
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- Aed
- Kerry
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