Brihanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brihanna is a modern name that combines elements from both Brianna and Hannah. It signifies 'noble grace', reflecting its Irish and Hebrew roots. The name has evolved from historical forms like Brian and Hannah, gaining popularity in recent decades as parents look for unique and contemporary names. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brihanna"
Pronunciation
/brɪˈhænə/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Brihanna is a contemporary name that likely derives from a combination of the names 'Brianna' and 'Hannah'. The name Hannah has Hebrew origins, meaning 'grace', while Brianna is a feminine form of Brian, which is of Irish origin meaning 'noble' or 'high'.
Meaning
noble grace
Language Evolution
Brian (Irish), Brianna (Modern English), Hannah (Hebrew)
Historical Usage
Brihanna emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century as parents sought unique variations of existing names.
Variants & Derivatives
Brianna, Hannah, Bree
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brihanna is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
📊 Brihanna Name Trend Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 118 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 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
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brihanna"
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 "Brihanna"
"Brihanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16163rd of 27321 | 33 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4131st of 35406 | 536 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5948th of 30306 | 251 |
Regional Popularity of "Brihanna" 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 "Brihanna" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
82.91% 3799th/4582 |
52.71% 2722nd/5164 |
41.45% 3031st/7313 |
46.40% 3463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
92.11% 4133rd/4487 |
70.74% 4826th/6822 |
91.08% 5716th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brihanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brihanna" 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 "Brihanna" in the United States
The name Brihanna is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast 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, Brihanna 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, 'Brihanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16163rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4131st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5948th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brihanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.