Brian — He Who Arises in Might (oh wait that is another name…)

Write about your first name: its meaning, significance, etymology, etc.

Irish, means high or noble, sometimes strong or powerful. It maybe derived from the old irish word for high.

Prominent Brian’s include the High King of Ireland, Brian Boru in the 11th century. He defeated the Vikings at the Battle of Clontarf in 1014, but was murdered just after while praying in his tent.

More recent famous Brian’s include such Brian’s as actors Bryan Cranston and Brian Cox, and musicians Bryan Adams, Brian Wilson, Brian May.



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