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 births1,629
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1996
Peak generationMillennial
First recorded1979
Most recent2008
Syllables1
Origin
Comeback nameNo

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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