Bryston Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bryston is an English name that is derived from the modern variation of Brice, meaning 'son of Brice' or 'freckled.' Its evolution includes historical forms like Brice and Bryce. The name has gained popularity in the late 20th century, and it is viewed as a unique choice for modern families. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Bryston is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bryston has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Bryston' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6168th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2959th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2966th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Bryston' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bryston"
Pronunciation
/ˈbraɪstən/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Bryston is believed to be a modern variation of the name Brice or a combination of the names Bryce and Justin.
Meaning
Bryston is often interpreted as 'son of Brice' or related to the name Brice, which means 'speckled' or 'freckled.'
Language Evolution
Brice, Bryce, Bryston
Historical Usage
The name Bryston gained popularity in the late 20th century and is often used in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Bryce, Brice, Briston
Modern Popularity & Image
Bryston is perceived as a modern and unique name, appealing to parents looking for distinctive names for their children.
Famous People
Bryston D. Smith, a notable figure in contemporary music.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bryston"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Bryston"
"Bryston" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6168th of 16616 | 100 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2959th of 24088 | 559 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2966th of 23106 | 487 |
Regional Popularity of "Bryston" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.50% 2818th/4582 |
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29.04% 2124th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
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33.19% 2264th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Bryston" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bryston"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bryston" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.