Brie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Brie originates from the French region of Brie, meaning 'hill'. It has evolved from the Gaulish term 'Briga' and has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking regions. The name is associated with elegance and culinary sophistication, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Brie 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, Brie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Brie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2451st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1922nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3138th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2730th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brie"
Pronunciation
/briː/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Brie is derived from the French region of Brie, known for its rich history and cheese production. The name itself may have roots in Gaulish, relating to the term for 'hill'.
Meaning
hill
Language Evolution
Briga (Gaulish), Brie (Old French)
Historical Usage
The name Brie gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as it became associated with the cheese and the elegant connotations of French culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Brieanna, Brienne, Bree
Modern Popularity & Image
Brie is often perceived as a trendy and sophisticated name, associated with elegance and culinary refinement due to its connection with French cheese.
Famous People
Brie Larson, an American actress and filmmaker., Brie Bella, a professional wrestler and television personality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brie"
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 "Brie"
"Brie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2451st of 19264 | 510 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1922nd of 27321 | 1,062 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3138th of 35406 | 795 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2730th of 30306 | 760 |
Regional Popularity of "Brie" 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 "Brie" 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) |
58.29% 1712th/2937 |
48.58% 1692nd/3483 |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
48.52% 1962nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.58% 2122nd/3685 |
42.50% 1902nd/4475 |
55.31% 2873rd/5194 |
34.19% 2160th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
83.65% 3833rd/4582 |
73.80% 3811th/5164 |
47.38% 3465th/7313 |
70.95% 5295th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.92% 3184th/3984 |
58.75% 2636th/4487 |
42.07% 2870th/6822 |
46.24% 2902nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brie" 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.