Noble, high, or strong
Briant is a rare variant of the Celtic name Brian. It is derived from the Old Celtic word 'bre', which signifies a hill or high place, metaphorically extending to mean nobility or strength. While the spelling with a 't' is much less common than the traditional Brian, it shares the same ancient roots and sturdy reputation.
Less common today
Briant isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,460 in 1990.
A minor character mentioned in various medieval Arthurian legends Β· Arthurian Legend
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).