Breanne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Breanne is an Irish/English name that means 'noble' or 'high', derived from the name Brian. It has evolved through various forms, reflecting its cultural roots. The name is associated with modern femininity and strength, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and has several common variants.
The name Breanne is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Breanne has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Breanne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1826th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 539th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1350th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4375th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Breanne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Breanne"
Pronunciation
/briːˈæn/
Origin
Irish/English
Etymology
Breanne is derived from the Irish name 'Brian', which means 'noble' or 'high'. The feminine form is often attributed to the combination of 'Bree' and 'Anne', linking it to both Irish and English roots.
Meaning
noble, high
Language Evolution
Brian, Bree, Breanna, Breanne
Historical Usage
Breanne gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern feminine name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Breanna, Bree, Brianna
Modern Popularity & Image
Breanne is perceived as a modern, elegant name that conveys a sense of strength and femininity.
Famous People
Breanne Stewart, Breanne Devis, Breanne Wright
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Breanne"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Breanne"
"Breanne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1826th of 19264 | 806 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 539th of 27321 | 6,618 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1350th of 35406 | 2,531 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4375th of 30306 | 390 |
Regional Popularity of "Breanne" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Breanne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
39.33% 1155th/2937 |
50.47% 1758th/3483 |
60.18% 2117th/3518 |
24.65% 997th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
10.88% 401st/3685 |
12.58% 563rd/4475 |
18.48% 960th/5194 |
6.98% 441st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.29% 1067th/4582 |
28.06% 1449th/5164 |
23.93% 1750th/7313 |
18.34% 1369th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.92% 3184th/3984 |
68.82% 3088th/4487 |
77.72% 5302nd/6822 |
59.32% 3723rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Breanne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Breanne" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.