Brynn

How to say it

brɪn

What it means

Welsh, 'hill,' a feminine form of the masculine Bryn.

Brynn is the Welsh word bryn, 'hill,' adopted as a crisp feminine name with the doubled n that sets it apart from the masculine Bryn. It rose as a fresh, no-nonsense one-syllable pick, soft but grounded. It keeps company with Wren and Quinn among the short modern girls' names. Already brief, it rarely needs a nickname.

How to spell Brynn

The standard spelling is Brynn. Common variants include Bryn, Brynne, Brin, but Brynn is the most widely used form.

Heads-up notes

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  Brynn is the feminine doubled-n form; Bryn is the masculine Welsh original.

Who's worn it

Historical figures, characters, and public faces who share the name. The cultural surface, for whatever weight you want to give it.

• Brynn Cartelli American singer and the youngest winner of the television competition The Voice

Spelling variants

• Bryn
• Brynne
• Brin

Names with the same feeling

• Wren Wren bird
• Quinn Descendant of Conn
• Sloane Raider, warrior
• Blair Field, plain
• Rowan Little red one, rowan tree

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Common questions

What does the name Brynn mean?

Welsh, 'hill,' a feminine form of the masculine Bryn.

What does Brynn mean in Welsh?

In Welsh, Brynn means "Hill." Brynn is the Welsh word bryn, 'hill,' adopted as a crisp feminine name with the doubled n that sets it apart from the masculine Bryn. It rose as a fresh, no-nonsense one-syllable pick, soft but grounded. It keeps company with Wren and Quinn among the short modern girls' names. Already brief, it rarely needs a nickname.

How do you pronounce Brynn?

Brynn is pronounced brɪn. Say it as BRYNN, with the stress on the "brynn" syllable.

How do you spell Brynn?

The standard spelling is Brynn. Common spelling variants include Bryn, Brynne, Brin.

Is Brynn a boy or girl name?

Brynn is traditionally a feminine name.

How popular is the name Brynn?

Brynn ranked #407 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.