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Name Origin

Brien is an Irish masculine given name, a variant of Brian. It means 'strong,' 'noble,' or 'honorable.'

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Famous People

Brien McMahon (1903-1954)

Politician

  • Served as U.S. Senator from Connecticut
  • Led the McMahon Act which created the National Science Foundation