Breona Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Breona is a name of modern English origin, derived from names like Briana, meaning 'noble' or 'high.' Its evolution reflects a trend towards unique variations of classic names. While Breona has no biblical background, it gained popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with strength and elegance.
The name Breona is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Breona 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, 'Breona' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13184th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2006th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2764th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17255th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Breona' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Breona"
Pronunciation
/briːˈoʊ.nə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Breona is a modern name that is likely derived from the name 'Briana' or 'Brianna,' which has roots in Irish and means 'noble' or 'high' in Celtic. It may also be influenced by the name 'Breanainn' or 'Brían,' which has similar meanings.
Meaning
noble, high
Language Evolution
Briana, Brianna, Breona
Historical Usage
Breona gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents sought unique and modern variations of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Briana, Brianna, Brie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Breona is perceived as a modern and unique name that carries a sense of elegance and strength.
Famous People
Breona Taylor, a notable figure in social justice movements.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Breona"
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 "Breona"
"Breona" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13184th of 19264 | 21 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2006th of 27321 | 993 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2764th of 35406 | 943 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17255th of 30306 | 39 |
Regional Popularity of "Breona" 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 "Breona" 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) |
40.22% 1482nd/3685 |
60.20% 2694th/4475 |
27.74% 1441st/5194 |
47.93% 3028th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
56.00% 2566th/4582 |
55.81% 2882nd/5164 |
32.30% 2362nd/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Breona"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Breona" 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.