Bree Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bree is an Irish name derived from 'brí', meaning hill or strength. It has evolved from historical forms like Brí to its current form. The name embodies traits of strength and vitality, with no direct biblical relevance. Bree has gained popularity in recent decades, being associated with a modern and vibrant image.
The name Bree is most popular in Utah, 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 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, Bree has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Bree' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8050th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1127th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1109th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1140th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1481st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Bree' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bree"
Pronunciation
/briː/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Bree is derived from the Irish word 'brí', which means 'hill' or 'mound'. It is also associated with the Gaelic word 'brígh', meaning 'strength' or 'power'.
Meaning
hill, strength, power
Language Evolution
Brí, Bree
Historical Usage
The name Bree gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, and has been used frequently since the 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Breeanna, Briana, Breezy
Modern Popularity & Image
Bree is often perceived as a modern, fresh, and youthful name, associated with a carefree and vibrant personality.
Famous People
Bree Turner, an American actress, Bree Smith, an American model and television personality
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bree"
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 "Bree"
"Bree" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8050th of 10718 | 17 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1127th of 19264 | 1,710 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1109th of 27321 | 2,440 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1140th of 35406 | 3,279 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1481st of 30306 | 1,796 |
Regional Popularity of "Bree" 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 "Bree" 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) |
32.28% 948th/2937 |
29.40% 1024th/3483 |
43.46% 1529th/3518 |
20.45% 827th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
27.54% 1015th/3685 |
31.60% 1414th/4475 |
30.25% 1571st/5194 |
14.22% 898th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.64% 900th/4582 |
26.53% 1370th/5164 |
17.37% 1270th/7313 |
17.11% 1277th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.45% 1293rd/3984 |
39.65% 1779th/4487 |
24.80% 1692nd/6822 |
22.48% 1411th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bree"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bree" 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.