Brisan
A constructed masculine name of unknown meaning or origin.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Brisan. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Brisan today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Brisan births was 2019 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Brisan. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Brisan. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2019
5 babies that year
Average age
7
years old
2019 SSA rank
#12,427
Tracked since 2019
Popularity
Brisan: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Brisan by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Brisan during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Brisan
The name Brisan is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery and subject to much speculation. Some scholars believe it has its roots in the ancient Celtic languages of the British Isles, with possible links to the Gaelic word "bris," meaning "to break" or "to shatter." Others trace its lineage to the Old Norse tongues, where it may have derived from the word "brysa," signifying strength or resilience.
Despite the uncertainties surrounding its precise etymology, the name Brisan has managed to leave an indelible mark on various cultures and epochs throughout history. One of the earliest recorded instances can be found in the annals of the 9th-century Anglo-Saxon chronicle, where a warrior named Brisan is mentioned as a valiant defender of the kingdom of Mercia.
In the realm of literature, the name Brisan appears in the epic Welsh poem "Y Gododdin," composed around the 6th century AD. Here, a hero bearing this moniker is celebrated for his bravery in battle against the invading Saxons. This poetic reference lends credence to the theory of the name's Celtic origins.
Jumping forward in time, we encounter Brisan of Troyes, a 12th-century French philosopher and theologian renowned for his treatises on the nature of the soul and the metaphysical realm. His works were widely studied and debated in the great universities of medieval Europe, cementing his place in the annals of scholastic thought.
The 16th century saw the rise of Brisan Mihailović, a Serbian military commander who played a pivotal role in the Ottoman–Habsburg wars. His tactical genius and unwavering leadership earned him a place in the hearts of his countrymen, and his name has been etched into the fabric of Serbian national pride.
In more recent times, the name Brisan was borne by Brisan Asrat, an Ethiopian artist and activist whose vibrant paintings and sculptures captured the spirit of his homeland. Born in 1928, Asrat's works gained international recognition and acclaim, showcasing the rich cultural tapestry of Africa to the world.
These are but a few examples of the individuals who have carried the name Brisan throughout the ages, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human history. While the exact origins of this enigmatic name may remain shrouded in mystery, its legacy endures, a testament to the enduring power of names to transcend time and culture.
People
Brisan + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Brisan as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with B
Other first names starting with B with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Brisan: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Brisan?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Brisan going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Brisan a common name?
We classify Brisan as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Brisan most popular?
The single biggest year for Brisan was 2019, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Brisan is about 7 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Brisan in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Brisan a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Brisan in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Brisan still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Brisan in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Brisan can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Brisan?
Find out how many Americans are named Brisan on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.