Briar
Briar is a distinctive choice, ranked #1271 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Briar in their class.
About the Name Briar
Briar has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 1223 places in five years. It was most popular in 2020 at #1352 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1996.
Briar is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Briar in their class.
In the US it ranks even higher at #522, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Briar
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In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Briar
Almost certainly the only Briar in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2025)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2025)
Rank · SSA official data
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