Breonna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Breonna is an American name that combines elements from the names Bree and Anna, signifying nobility and strength. It evolved from traditional names in the late 20th century and has gained recognition through notable individuals. The name reflects modern naming trends and carries a contemporary image.
The name Breonna 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 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, Breonna 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, 'Breonna' 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 1333rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1212th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5193rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Breonna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Breonna"
Pronunciation
/briˈɔːnə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Breonna is a modern name that is believed to be a combination of the names 'Bree' and 'Anna', reflecting a trend in creating unique names by blending elements of existing names.
Meaning
noble, strong
Language Evolution
Bree, Anna, Breonna
Historical Usage
Breonna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a broader trend of unique and modern given names.
Variants & Derivatives
Bree, Bre, Breana
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Breonna is often perceived as modern and stylish, associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Breonna Taylor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Breonna"
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 "Breonna"
"Breonna" 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 | 1333rd of 27321 | 1,842 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1212th of 35406 | 2,994 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5193rd of 30306 | 303 |
Regional Popularity of "Breonna" 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 "Breonna" 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) |
26.32% 970th/3685 |
33.83% 1514th/4475 |
20.93% 1087th/5194 |
27.94% 1765th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.93% 959th/4582 |
26.96% 1392nd/5164 |
12.44% 910th/7313 |
36.59% 2731st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
81.98% 3266th/3984 |
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100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Breonna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Breonna" 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.