Brishaun
An anglicized spelling of the Irish name "Brian" meaning strong or virtuous.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Brishaun. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Brishaun today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Brishaun births was 2007 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Brishaun. 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 Brishaun. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2007
5 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2007 SSA rank
#12,620
Tracked since 2007
Popularity
Brishaun: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Brishaun 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 Brishaun during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Brishaun
The given name Brishaun is believed to have originated from a blend of the Irish name Brian and the French name Sean. Its roots can be traced back to the early 20th century in the United States, particularly among African American communities.
The name Brian is derived from the Old Celtic word "bri," meaning "high" or "noble." It gained popularity in Ireland and later spread to other parts of the world. On the other hand, the name Sean is a French variant of the name John, which has its origins in the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "God is gracious."
The earliest recorded use of the name Brishaun is somewhat unclear, as it is a relatively modern invention. However, there are a few notable individuals who have carried this name throughout history.
One of the earliest known Brishauns was Brishaun Jones, a jazz musician from New Orleans who was active in the 1920s and 1930s. His unique blend of traditional jazz and blues styles helped shape the musical landscape of his time.
Another notable figure was Brishaun Williams, an American civil rights activist who participated in the Montgomery Bus Boycott of 1955-1956 alongside Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King Jr. Williams played a crucial role in organizing and mobilizing the African American community during this pivotal moment in the struggle for racial equality.
In the realm of sports, Brishaun Jackson was a professional basketball player who played for several teams in the NBA during the 1990s and early 2000s. He was known for his tenacious defense and ability to create scoring opportunities for his teammates.
Brishaun Thompson was an author and poet who gained recognition for his works exploring the African American experience in the late 20th century. His poems and short stories shed light on the struggles and triumphs of his community, resonating with readers across generations.
Lastly, Brishaun Mitchell was a notable educator and advocate for youth empowerment in the early 21st century. Through his work in various nonprofit organizations, he dedicated his efforts to providing educational opportunities and mentorship for underprivileged children, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives.
While the name Brishaun may be relatively modern, it has become a part of the cultural tapestry, carrying with it a blend of diverse influences and the stories of those who have borne this unique name throughout history.
People
Brishaun + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Brishaun 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
Brishaun: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Brishaun?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Brishaun 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 Brishaun a common name?
We classify Brishaun 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 Brishaun most popular?
The single biggest year for Brishaun was 2007, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Brishaun is about 19 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 Brishaun in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Brishaun a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Brishaun 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 Brishaun still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Brishaun 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 Brishaun 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 have the name Brishaun?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.