Bryn (disambiguation)

Bryn (disambiguation)

Bryn is the name of several settlements:

* Bryn in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, England

In the Welsh language "bryn" means "hill" and is a very common element in place names. By itself it occurs as the name of a number of settlements in Wales and the Borders:

* Bryn, Neath Port Talbot, Wales
* Bryn, Llanelli, Wales
* Bryn, an electoral ward in Conwy county borough, Wales
* Bryn, Shropshire, England

Bryn is also a common name for Men in Wales and across the world (unrelated to "bryn" "hill").
*Bryn Terfel (1965-) -opera singer

Bryn is also the title of a song by indie rock band Vampire Weekend.


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