Bryanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bryanna is a modern English name derived from the Irish name Brian, meaning noble or strong. It evolved from the historical form Brian and has become popular in recent decades. The name embodies traits of strength and independence, although it does not have any biblical relevance.
The name Bryanna is most popular in Arizona, 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, Bryanna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Bryanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5505th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 675th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 412th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1163rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Bryanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bryanna"
Pronunciation
/briˈænə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Bryanna is a feminine form of the name Brian, which is of Irish origin meaning 'noble' or 'strong'. The name has been adapted and modified over the years, leading to its modern form.
Meaning
noble, strong
Language Evolution
Brian (Old Irish), Brianna (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Bryanna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variation of the name Brian.
Variants & Derivatives
Brianna, Brianne, Bryanne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Bryanna is perceived as a trendy and feminine name, often associated with strength and independence.
Famous People
Bryanna Brown, an American actress, Bryanna H. Miller, a notable author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bryanna"
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 "Bryanna"
"Bryanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5505th of 19264 | 147 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 675th of 27321 | 4,770 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 412th of 35406 | 12,094 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1163rd of 30306 | 2,545 |
Regional Popularity of "Bryanna" 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 "Bryanna" 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) |
- | - | - |
91.79% 3712th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
17.77% 655th/3685 |
13.03% 583rd/4475 |
16.19% 841st/5194 |
9.66% 610th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
10.72% 491st/4582 |
6.47% 334th/5164 |
5.36% 392nd/7313 |
5.79% 432nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
40.29% 1605th/3984 |
20.37% 914th/4487 |
16.55% 1129th/6822 |
18.45% 1158th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bryanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bryanna" 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.