Brinlee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brinlee is a modern English name derived from the combination of 'Brin' and the suffix 'lee', meaning 'meadow clearing'. It has evolved from Brin and Brinley over time. The name has gained popularity in recent decades as a unique choice, although it does not have biblical significance. Its contemporary image is associated with nature and individuality.
The name Brinlee is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Brinlee has been too falling 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, 'Brinlee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17789th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2837th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1477th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brinlee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brinlee"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɪnli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Brinlee is a modern name that is likely derived from a combination of the Old English name 'Brin' and the suffix 'lee', which means 'clearing' or 'meadow'.
Meaning
meadow clearing
Language Evolution
Brin, Brinley, Brinlee
Historical Usage
Brinlee gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a unique and modern name choice for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Brinley, Brinleigh, Brin, Lee
Modern Popularity & Image
Brinlee is perceived as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with a sense of nature and uniqueness.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brinlee"
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 "Brinlee"
"Brinlee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17789th of 27321 | 25 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2837th of 35406 | 911 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1477th of 30306 | 1,800 |
Regional Popularity of "Brinlee" 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 "Brinlee" 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) |
- | - | - |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
78.00% 3574th/4582 |
- |
36.61% 2677th/7313 |
24.86% 1855th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
33.58% 1338th/3984 |
49.83% 2236th/4487 |
20.11% 1372nd/6822 |
31.74% 1992nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brinlee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brinlee" 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.