Brynley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brynley is a Welsh name meaning 'hill meadow,' originating from the combination of 'bryn' and 'ley.' It has evolved from its roots into a modern name that maintains a nature-inspired appeal. The name lacks biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Today, it is recognized for its trendy and charming qualities, with variants such as Bryn and Brynlee.
The name Brynley is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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, Brynley has been too falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, too 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, 'Brynley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2658th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1276th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brynley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brynley"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɪnli/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
Brynley is derived from the Welsh words 'bryn,' meaning 'hill,' and 'ley,' which is a common suffix in place names, denoting a meadow or clearing. Hence, it can be interpreted as 'hill meadow.'
Meaning
hill meadow
Language Evolution
Bryn, Brynley
Historical Usage
Brynley gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern and unique name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Bryn, Brynlee, Brynleigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brynley is perceived as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with a nature-inspired and feminine charm.
Famous People
Brynley Stent, Brynley O’Neill
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brynley"
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 "Brynley"
"Brynley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2658th of 35406 | 990 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1276th of 30306 | 2,232 |
Regional Popularity of "Brynley" 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 "Brynley" 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) |
35.22% 1614th/4582 |
62.01% 3202nd/5164 |
39.18% 2865th/7313 |
33.47% 2498th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
20.58% 820th/3984 |
34.88% 1565th/4487 |
23.75% 1620th/6822 |
24.82% 1558th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brynley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brynley" 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.