Brian (sometimes spelled Bryan in English) is a male given name of Irish and Breton origin, [1] as well as a surname of Occitan origin. [2] It is common in the English-speaking world.

Dec 4, 2024 · UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down outside a Manhattan hotel on Wednesday morning, sparking a search for his killer and an outpouring of condolences.

Dec 1, 2024 · It was borne by the Irish king Brian Boru, who thwarted Viking attempts to conquer Ireland in the 11th century. He was slain in the Battle of Clontarf, though his forces were decisively …

Dec 13, 2025 · What Does Brian Mean? Brian is a classic and handsome name that carries a weight of dignity. The most widely accepted meaning of the name is noble, high, or exalted. It is a name that …

Jan 2, 2026 · Brian King Joseph, a violinist and former "America's Got Talent" contestant, has sued Will Smith for alleged retaliation as his former employer.

Nov 6, 2025 · The name Brian, meaning “strong” or “noble,” reflects qualities of resilience and dignity. It originates from the Celtic word “brígh,” which symbolises strength and virtue.

Dec 5, 2024 · The fatal shooting on Wednesday of a top UnitedHealthcare executive, Brian Thompson, on a Manhattan sidewalk has unleashed a torrent of morbid glee from patients and others who say …

3 days ago · What is the meaning of the name Brian? The name Brian is primarily a male name of Irish origin that means High, Noble. Meaning not clear, but possibly related to the old Irish word BRE …

2 days ago · Brian Origin and Meaning The name Brian is a boy's name of Irish origin meaning "strong, virtuous, and honorable". The origins of the name Brian are not entirely clear, but it is suspected that …

Aug 13, 2025 · The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a Manhattan sidewalk, allegedly by Luigi Mangione, led some people to express anger at health insurers.