Briona Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Briona originates from Gaelic roots, meaning 'hill' or 'mountain'. The name has evolved through forms like Brion and Brionna. It is seen as a modern and unique name, associated with strength and nature. There is no biblical relevance to Briona, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century.
The name Briona is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Briona 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, 'Briona' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15137th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2441st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2956th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15471st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Briona' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Briona"
Pronunciation
/briˈoʊnə/
Origin
Gaelic
Etymology
Briona is derived from the Gaelic name 'Brion', which is associated with the word for 'hill' or 'mountain'.
Meaning
hill, mountain
Language Evolution
Brion, Briona, Brionna
Historical Usage
Briona gained popularity as a name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, due to its melodic sound and association with nature.
Variants & Derivatives
Brion, Brionna, Bri
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Briona is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and beauty.
Famous People
Briona O'Connor, a notable artist, Briona McCafferty, an emerging athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Briona"
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 "Briona"
"Briona" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15137th of 19264 | 13 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2441st of 27321 | 757 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2956th of 35406 | 862 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15471st of 30306 | 51 |
Regional Popularity of "Briona" 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 "Briona" 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) |
52.48% 1934th/3685 |
50.35% 2253rd/4475 |
33.94% 1763rd/5194 |
63.95% 4040th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
66.11% 3029th/4582 |
53.87% 2782nd/5164 |
35.13% 2569th/7313 |
78.60% 5866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Briona"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Briona" 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.