Bria Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Bria originates from Latin, meaning vigor or energy. It has evolved from the name Brian through various forms, reflecting a modern interpretation. Bria embodies traits of vitality and creativity, with no biblical relevance.
The name Bria is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Bria has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling 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, 'Bria' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8999th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9366th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4011th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 580th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 731st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 737th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Bria' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bria"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɪə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Bria is derived from the Latin word 'brio,' meaning vigor or energy. It is often considered a feminine form of the name Brian, which has Celtic origins.
Meaning
vigor, energy
Language Evolution
Brian, Brían, Bria
Historical Usage
The name Bria gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern, trendy name for girls, influenced by its melodic sound and association with vitality.
Variants & Derivatives
Bree, Briana, Brina
Modern Popularity & Image
Bria is currently perceived as a fresh and vibrant name, often associated with creativity and strength.
Famous People
Bria Myles, Bria Vinaite
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bria"
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 "Bria"
"Bria" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8999th of 10718 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9366th of 16616 | 39 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4011th of 19264 | 244 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 580th of 27321 | 5,957 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 731st of 35406 | 5,794 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 737th of 30306 | 4,618 |
Regional Popularity of "Bria" 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 "Bria" 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) |
93.43% 2744th/2937 |
92.94% 3237th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
16.55% 610th/3685 |
12.47% 558th/4475 |
8.28% 430th/5194 |
17.63% 1114th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.20% 605th/4582 |
12.66% 654th/5164 |
9.27% 678th/7313 |
17.25% 1287th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
14.53% 579th/3984 |
13.42% 602nd/4487 |
12.87% 878th/6822 |
14.69% 922nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bria"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bria" 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.