Breann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Breann has its origins in the Irish name Breandán, which means 'noble' or 'prince'. It evolved from Bréanainn to Breandán and finally to Breann in modern usage. The name reflects traits of nobility and strength, and it does not have significant biblical relevance. Breann gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and unique choice for parents.
The name Breann 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, Breann 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, 'Breann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3896th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 881st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1602nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6409th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Breann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Breann"
Pronunciation
/briːˈæn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Breann is a modern name derived from the Irish name Breandán, which is ultimately derived from the Old Irish name Bréanainn, meaning 'prince' or 'king'.
Meaning
noble, prince
Language Evolution
Bréanainn, Breandán, Breann
Historical Usage
The name Breann became popular in the late 20th century as parents sought unique and modern names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Breanna, Brianna, Brie
Modern Popularity & Image
Breann is perceived as a contemporary and elegant name, often associated with strength and nobility.
Famous People
Breann McGregor, a notable athlete, Breann O'Connor, an influential artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Breann"
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 "Breann"
"Breann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3896th of 19264 | 256 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 881st of 27321 | 3,292 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1602nd of 35406 | 2,034 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6409th of 30306 | 226 |
Regional Popularity of "Breann" 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 "Breann" 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) |
63.47% 1864th/2937 |
- |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.94% 698th/3685 |
27.78% 1243rd/4475 |
26.63% 1383rd/5194 |
10.67% 674th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.84% 1184th/4582 |
42.85% 2213th/5164 |
26.49% 1937th/7313 |
22.48% 1678th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
94.70% 3773rd/3984 |
- |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Breann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Breann" 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.