Briana Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBREE-ah-nah / /ˈbriː.ən.ə/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: 'noble'; Latin: 'strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
Briana is a feminine form of the Irish name Brian, which means 'noble' and has historical significance in Irish culture, particularly associated with the famous High King Brian Boru. The name has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries since the 20th century. It is often associated with strength and leadership, reflecting its Latin roots.
Trend Summary
Briana has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brianna
- Bree
International Variants
- Brígh (Irish)
- Briane (French)
Famous people named Briana
Briana Evigan is an American actress and dancer known for her role in the 'Step Up' film series.
Briana DeJesus is a reality television personality known for her appearances on 'Teen Mom 2'.
Briana Wu is an American game developer and outspoken advocate for women in technology.
Fictional characters named Briana
Briana is a character in the 'Daughters of the Moon' series by Lynne Ewing, known for her mystical abilities.
Briana is featured in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball' as a minor character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Briana was first seen in the United States in 1950. Briana has ranked as high as #146 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Briana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Briana (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 70 | |
| CA | 69 | |
| FL | 53 | |
| NY | 41 | |
| MD | 28 | |
| NJ | 26 | |
| VA | 23 | |
| NC | 20 | |
| GA | 15 | |
| TN | 15 | |
| IL | 14 | |
| AZ | 14 | |
| OH | 13 | |
| WI | 12 | |
| PA | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 29 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1965 | 30 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 32 |
| 1968 | 48 |
| 1969 | 70 |
| 1970 | 68 |
| 1971 | 99 |
| 1972 | 92 |
| 1973 | 121 |
| 1974 | 118 |
| 1975 | 179 |
| 1976 | 200 |
| 1977 | 362 |
| 1978 | 377 |
| 1979 | 501 |
| 1980 | 602 |
| 1981 | 572 |
| 1982 | 704 |
| 1983 | 688 |
| 1984 | 816 |
| 1985 | 788 |
| 1986 | 1,106 |
| 1987 | 1,450 |
| 1988 | 1,802 |
| 1989 | 2,353 |
| 1990 | 3,067 |
| 1991 | 3,689 |
| 1992 | 4,350 |
| 1993 | 4,880 |
| 1994 | 5,000 |
| 1995 | 4,612 |
| 1996 | 4,735 |
| 1997 | 4,476 |
| 1998 | 4,152 |
| 1999 | 3,839 |
| 2000 | 3,754 |
| 2001 | 3,236 |
| 2002 | 3,262 |
| 2003 | 3,059 |
| 2004 | 2,825 |
| 2005 | 2,542 |
| 2006 | 2,784 |
| 2007 | 2,825 |
| 2008 | 2,355 |
| 2009 | 2,074 |
| 2010 | 1,692 |
| 2011 | 1,339 |
| 2012 | 1,063 |
| 2013 | 916 |
| 2014 | 766 |
| 2015 | 765 |
| 2016 | 725 |
| 2017 | 679 |
| 2018 | 574 |
| 2019 | 547 |
| 2020 | 475 |
| 2021 | 469 |
| 2022 | 571 |
| 2023 | 655 |
| 2024 | 560 |