Noble, strong, or hill
Brylan is a modern American invention, likely created by blending the traditional name Bryan with the popular 'lan' suffix found in names like Dylan or Nolan. It draws its etymological roots from the Celtic element 'bre', which signifies nobility or high ground.
Less common today
Brylan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,666 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).