Labrian
A variation of the Latin name Labrandus, signifying one of the crew.
Name Census estimates that about 102 living Americans carry the first name Labrian. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Labrian today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Labrian births was 2010 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Labrian. 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.
People living today
102
~ 1 in 3,360,337 Americans
Peak year
2010
10 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
2011 SSA rank
#11,672
Tracked since 1979
Popularity
Labrian: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Labrian from the 1970s through to the 2010s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 34 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Labrian remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Labrian 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 Labrian during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Labrian
The name Labrian has its origins rooted in the ancient Celtic language and culture, dating back to the 5th century BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Proto-Celtic root word "labro," which translates to "singer" or "poet." This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon individuals who possessed exceptional oratory or musical abilities.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Labrian can be found in the ancient bardic tales of Ireland, particularly in the legendary saga of the Fenian Cycle. This body of prose and verse poetry recounts the exploits of the fabled warrior band known as the Fianna, led by the legendary hero Finn MacCool. Within these tales, Labrian is portrayed as a skilled bard and musician, entrusted with preserving and reciting the heroic deeds of the Fianna.
In the 9th century CE, a renowned Irish monk and scribe named Labrian of Iona gained recognition for his exceptional calligraphic skills and his contributions to the preservation of ancient manuscripts. His intricate and beautifully illuminated works, including the renowned Book of Kells, have become treasured artifacts in the study of early medieval art and literature.
During the Middle Ages, the name Labrian was also associated with several notable figures in the realm of music and poetry. One such individual was Labrian the Bard, a 12th-century Welsh poet renowned for his lyrical compositions and his mastery of the ancient bardic tradition. His works were widely celebrated and performed throughout the courts of medieval Britain.
In the 16th century, Labrian O'Donnell, a renowned Irish harpist and composer, left a lasting legacy with his innovative musical compositions and his dedication to preserving the traditional Irish harp repertoire. His contributions played a significant role in the revival and preservation of Irish musical heritage during a period of cultural suppression.
Another notable figure bearing the name Labrian was the 17th-century French composer and lutenist, Labrian de Valois. He was a respected member of the French court and composed numerous works for the lute, which were highly regarded and influential in the development of early Baroque music.
These examples illustrate the rich historical lineage of the name Labrian, closely intertwined with the realms of poetry, music, and artistic expression across various cultures and time periods. From the ancient Celtic bards to the medieval poets and musicians, the name has been carried by individuals who have left an indelible mark on the preservation and advancement of artistic traditions.
People
Labrian + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Labrian as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Labrian: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Labrian?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 102 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Labrian 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 3,360,337 US residents.
Is Labrian a common name?
We classify Labrian as "Very Rare". It ranks above 64.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 105 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Labrian most popular?
The single biggest year for Labrian was 2010, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Labrian is about 28 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 Labrian in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Labrian a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Labrian 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 Labrian still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Labrian 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 Labrian 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 Labrian?
You can see how many people have the name Labrian on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.