Obrien
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Surname.
- Origin
- Irish
Obrien Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 209 baby boys have been named Obrien. The name peaked in 1991 with 16 US births that year (rank #3768).
Other Irish-Origin Names Like Obrien
If you like Obrien's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →
6-Letter Names Starting with O
Names with Obrien's exact length and starting letter: Oakden, Oakley, Obelia, Obrian, Ocelfa.
Quick Facts About Obrien
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan | Popular Variant Of Brian. | Male | English |
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Compare Obrien to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Obrien against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).