Brianne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brianne is an Irish name derived from 'Brian', meaning noble or strong. It evolved from Brian to Brianne, reflecting a transition towards a feminine form. The name is viewed positively in modern contexts and does not have biblical significance.
The name Brianne is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Brianne 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, 'Brianne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8406th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12589th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6916th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 749th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 335th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 915th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3029th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brianne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brianne"
Pronunciation
/briˈæn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Brianne is derived from the Irish name Brian, which means 'noble' or 'strong'. The feminine form is often used to give a softer, more elegant touch to the name.
Meaning
noble, strong
Language Evolution
Brian, Brianne
Historical Usage
The name Brianne gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of the traditional Irish name Brian.
Variants & Derivatives
Brianna, Bree, Briana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brianne is perceived as a strong yet feminine name, often associated with elegance and grace.
Famous People
Brianne Leary, Brianne Davis, Brianne Tju
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brianne"
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 "Brianne"
"Brianne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12589th of 16616 | 16 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6916th of 12526 | 52 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 749th of 19264 | 3,136 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 335th of 27321 | 12,295 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 915th of 35406 | 4,311 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3029th of 30306 | 657 |
Regional Popularity of "Brianne" 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 "Brianne" 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) |
20.22% 594th/2937 |
18.23% 635th/3483 |
27.80% 978th/3518 |
14.24% 576th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
7.38% 272nd/3685 |
5.83% 261st/4475 |
10.74% 558th/5194 |
5.08% 321st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.41% 752nd/4582 |
14.81% 765th/5164 |
15.14% 1107th/7313 |
13.43% 1002nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
66.44% 2647th/3984 |
61.47% 2758th/4487 |
46.35% 3162nd/6822 |
46.89% 2943rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brianne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brianne" 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.