Briauna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Briauna is an American name that likely evolved from Brianna, which has Gaelic roots meaning 'noble' or 'high'. The name has transformed into various forms over time. It gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for unique names. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Briauna"
Pronunciation
/briˈɔːnə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Briauna is a modern name likely derived from the name Brianna, which itself is of Gaelic origin meaning 'noble' or 'high'. The name has been adapted and altered in various forms in contemporary usage.
Meaning
noble, high
Language Evolution
Brianna, Bryanna, Briauna
Historical Usage
The name Briauna gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend towards unique and creative spellings of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Brianna, Bryanna, Briana
Modern Popularity & Image
Briauna is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 85 peak births in 1994
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Briauna"
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 "Briauna"
"Briauna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3222nd of 27321 | 509 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3133rd of 35406 | 796 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17111th of 30306 | 40 |
Regional Popularity of "Briauna" 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 "Briauna" 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) |
79.76% 2939th/3685 |
- |
52.19% 2711th/5194 |
47.06% 2973rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.31% 3130th/4582 |
- |
46.51% 3401st/7313 |
62.05% 4631st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Briauna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Briauna" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Briauna" in the United States
The name Briauna is most popular in Florida, 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, Briauna has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Briauna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3222nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3133rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17111th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Briauna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.