NAME PROFILE
Briann
Derived from the Celtic element 'bre', meaning 'noble', 'high', or 'exalted'. It describes a person with a naturally dignified spirit and an inspiring presence that draws others toward their leadership.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,629 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1996 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1979 |
| Most recent | 2008 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 37%TX — 32%NY — 13%PA — 11%OH — 8%
Notable People
Brianna Keilar (CNN anchor and political commentator) · Brianna Stewart (Professional basketball player and Olympic gold medalist) · Brianna Hildebrand (Actress known for her role in the Deadpool film series) · Brianna Brown (Actress known for her performance in General Hospital) · Brianna Wu (Software engineer and prominent video game developer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
BriBreeAnnieAnna
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