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Derived from the Celtic word for strength or power and the Hebrew root for creation; Breya describes a person with a luminous personality and a steadfast heart who brings beauty and innovation to everything she touches.

Key Stats

Total births697
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1947
Peak generationBoomer
First recorded1938
Most recent1954
Syllables2
OriginIrish, Hebrew, African-American
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Name Traits & Attributes

🏛️ Vintage Heritage

Top States

PA — 70%OH — 15%CA — 10%NJ — 5%AK — 0%

Notable People

Breya Watts (Professional vocalist and Apollo Theater champion) · Breya Knight (Television actress known for Hidden Assets) · Breya (Legendary character from the Magic: The Gathering multiverse) · Breya Walker (Accomplished track and field athlete) · Breya (Musical artist known for the single Nights Like This)

Nicknames & Diminutives

BreeReyaBrey

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