Brynne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brynne is a Welsh name meaning 'hill' or 'mound', derived from the Old Welsh word 'bryn'. It has evolved from Bryn to its modern form while maintaining its connection to nature. The name is seen as modern and trendy today, with no biblical background, and has gained popularity in recent years.
The name Brynne is most popular in Pennsylvania, 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, Brynne 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, 'Brynne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7520th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5573rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2426th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2245th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4072nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brynne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brynne"
Pronunciation
/brɪn/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Brynne is derived from the Welsh word 'bryn', meaning 'hill' or 'mound'. It reflects a connection to nature and the landscape.
Meaning
hill
Language Evolution
Bryn (Old Welsh), Brynne (Modern Welsh)
Historical Usage
The name Brynne has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents seek unique and nature-inspired names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Bryn, Brynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brynne is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a strong and independent character.
Famous People
Brynne Edelsten, an Australian television personality., Brynne O'Neill, a recognized author.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brynne"
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 "Brynne"
"Brynne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7520th of 12526 | 41 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5573rd of 19264 | 144 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2426th of 27321 | 762 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2245th of 35406 | 1,283 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4072nd of 30306 | 434 |
Regional Popularity of "Brynne" 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 "Brynne" 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) |
- | - | - |
90.38% 3655th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
71.40% 2631st/3685 |
45.16% 2021st/4475 |
73.87% 3837th/5194 |
36.79% 2324th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.76% 2005th/4582 |
33.21% 1715th/5164 |
48.48% 3545th/7313 |
40.63% 3032nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
63.34% 2842nd/4487 |
- |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brynne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brynne" 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.