Brienna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brienna originates from the Irish language, meaning strength or power. It evolved from the Old Irish names Brian and Brígh, representing a linguistic path that emphasizes strength. The name is perceived positively in modern times, often associated with strong traits. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brienna"
Pronunciation
/ˈbriːɛnə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Brienna is derived from the Irish name Brígh, which means 'strength' or 'power'. It is often considered a feminine form of the name Brian.
Meaning
strength, power
Language Evolution
Brian (Old Irish), Brígh (Old Irish), Brienna (Modern Irish)
Historical Usage
Brienna has gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern name choice, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Brianna, Bryanna, Bree, Breeanna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brienna is viewed as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Brienna Delaney, a contemporary artist, Brienna L. McCarthy, an author
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 78 peak births in 1992
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brienna"
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 "Brienna"
"Brienna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2669th of 27321 | 669 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3130th of 35406 | 797 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7259th of 30306 | 190 |
Regional Popularity of "Brienna" 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 "Brienna" 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) |
72.18% 2660th/3685 |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
73.12% 3798th/5194 |
47.35% 2991st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.10% 2708th/4582 |
62.01% 3202nd/5164 |
83.69% 6120th/7313 |
59.69% 4455th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brienna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brienna" 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 "Brienna" in the United States
The name Brienna 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, Brienna 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, 'Brienna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10755th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2669th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3130th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7259th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brienna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.