Briscoe

“Bridge”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7162US 2021

11Births / yr

↑Rising

73All-time births

📅 Since 191600

How to pronounce Briscoe

BRISK·oh

/ˈbrɪsk.oʊ/ · stress on BRISK · 2 syllables

“Bridge”

American origin · Boy name

What does Briscoe mean and where does it come from?

Briscoe is a surname of English origin that has been adopted as a given name. It is derived from a geographical location in England. The name is considered relatively modern as a first name. There are notable people with this name, including William Briscoe, an American politician in the 19th centur

Cultural significance

Briscoe has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bridge.

Peak popularity

Reached #2920 in 1916 — currently #7162 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Briscoe?

Briscoe works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Briscoe Grace

How popular is Briscoe right now?

Rising fast — up 4893 spots — currently #7162 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2021#7162 · Top 5.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#7162	11	▲ up 4893 · +120% births
2020	#12055	5	▲ up 333
2010	#12388	5	▼ down 8840 · -17% births
1950	#3548	6	▼ down 171
1940	#3377	6	▲ up 1202 · +20% births
1925	#4579	5	▼ down 843 · -29% births
1920	#3736	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Briscoe

Best Year1940Rank #3377

Peak Count11

Average Rank#6692

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 20217 years

The story of Briscoe

Briscoe entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. With 73 total births recorded, Briscoe remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3736 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7162 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Briscoe in 1916:

John William James Robert Joseph

Briscoe by decade

Briscoe peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	18
1920s ★	22
1940s	6
1950s	6
2000s	6
2010s	10
2020s	5

💎Briscoe has only 73 total recorded births since 1916 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Briscoe?

Common

BriBrieBryIscoe

What names sound and feel like Briscoe?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Briscoe also consider these

Bristol

American · derived from a

American · Resilient or brave

Roscoe

American · Deer forest

Braison

American · A modern blend

Inscoe

Latin · A Latin name

Braston

American · From the town

Common questions about the name Briscoe

What does the name Briscoe mean?

Briscoe means "Bridge" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Briscoe?

Briscoe is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Briscoe have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Briscoe?

Briscoe originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Briscoe?

Briscoe is a two-syllable name pronounced B R IH1 S K OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Briscoe trending right now?

Briscoe is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.