Bryleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bryleigh is a modern English name derived from the combination of Welsh and Old English elements meaning 'hill meadow.' It evolved from variations like Briley and Brylie and has gained popularity in the late 20th century due to its unique sound. The name has no biblical background and is often associated with creativity and individuality.
The name Bryleigh is most popular in Tennessee, 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, Bryleigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Bryleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1716th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1117th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Bryleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bryleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈbraɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Bryleigh is a contemporary name that is a variation of the name 'Briley,' which combines the elements 'Bryn' from Welsh meaning 'hill' and 'leigh' from Old English meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing.'
Meaning
hill meadow
Language Evolution
Briley, Brylie, Bryleigh
Historical Usage
Bryleigh gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Briley, Brylie, Brielle
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Bryleigh is perceived as trendy and modern, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bryleigh"
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 "Bryleigh"
"Bryleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1716th of 35406 | 1,867 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1117th of 30306 | 2,717 |
Regional Popularity of "Bryleigh" 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 "Bryleigh" 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) |
30.05% 1377th/4582 |
68.63% 3544th/5164 |
15.68% 1147th/7313 |
56.59% 4223rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
25.53% 1017th/3984 |
48.74% 2187th/4487 |
10.91% 744th/6822 |
49.41% 3101st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bryleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bryleigh" 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.