Brea Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brea is a name of Spanish origin meaning 'tar' or 'asphalt'. It has evolved from its Spanish roots into an English context. The name is seen as modern and creative, gaining popularity in recent decades. There are no significant biblical connections associated with it.
The name Brea is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Brea 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, 'Brea' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2614th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1322nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1465th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2124th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brea' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brea"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrieə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Brea is derived from the Spanish word for 'tar' or 'asphalt', which is used in the context of the natural resources found in certain geographic areas.
Meaning
tar, asphalt
Language Evolution
Brea (Spanish), Brea (English adoption)
Historical Usage
The name Brea gained some popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name choice in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Brey, Bree
Modern Popularity & Image
Brea is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and uniqueness.
Famous People
Brea Grant - an American actress and writer., Brea Bee - a popular social media influencer.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brea"
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 "Brea"
"Brea" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2614th of 19264 | 463 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1322nd of 27321 | 1,862 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1465th of 35406 | 2,291 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2124th of 30306 | 1,068 |
Regional Popularity of "Brea" 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 "Brea" 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) |
53.66% 1576th/2937 |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
72.85% 2563rd/3518 |
63.13% 2553rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.69% 1131st/3685 |
34.41% 1540th/4475 |
22.93% 1191st/5194 |
28.16% 1779th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.33% 1069th/4582 |
33.13% 1711th/5164 |
21.92% 1603rd/7313 |
27.07% 2020th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
44.48% 1772nd/3984 |
52.42% 2352nd/4487 |
45.79% 3124th/6822 |
39.53% 2481st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brea"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brea" 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.