Breeana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Breeana is of Irish origin, derived from 'Brighid', meaning exalted or high. It has evolved through historical forms like Brighid and Bree. The name is associated with positive traits and has no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed as a modern and trendy name today.
The name Breeana is most popular in California, 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, Breeana 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, 'Breeana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13742nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2437th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2922nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14588th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Breeana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Breeana"
Pronunciation
/briˈɑːnə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Breeana is derived from the Irish name 'Brighid', which means 'exalted one' or 'high'. The name is often associated with the goddess Brigid in Irish mythology.
Meaning
exalted, high
Language Evolution
Brighid, Bríd, Bree, Breeana
Historical Usage
Breeana gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of traditional Irish names, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Bree, Bridie, Brigid, Brie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Breeana is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a sense of individuality and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Breeana Tilley, Breeana McLeod
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Breeana"
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 "Breeana"
"Breeana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13742nd of 19264 | 18 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2437th of 27321 | 758 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2922nd of 35406 | 877 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14588th of 30306 | 58 |
Regional Popularity of "Breeana" 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 "Breeana" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
62.71% 3257th/5194 |
22.51% 1422nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
39.59% 2895th/7313 |
32.63% 2435th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Breeana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Breeana" 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.