NAME PROFILE
Bryna
Derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious'; it characterizes a person who is naturally charming, approachable, and carries a bright sense of optimism.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,441 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1976 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1941 |
| Most recent | 2011 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Finnish, Hungarian, English, Hebrew |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 47%NY — 41%TX — 6%OH — 6%AK — 0%
Notable People
Jani Lane (Lead singer of Warrant) · Jani Soininen (Olympic gold medalist in ski jumping) · Jani Stefanovic (Multi-instrumentalist and producer) · Jani Zhao (Portuguese actress known for South) · Jani Allan (South African journalist and broadcaster)
Nicknames & Diminutives
JanJayJan-Jan
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