Brilliant Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRIL-yuhnt / /ˈbrɪl.jənt/English; Latin
Meaning
shining; bright
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'Brilliant' is derived from the adjective describing something that shines or is exceptionally clever. The Latin root 'brillare' means to shine, which has influenced various languages. The term has been used in literature and education to denote intelligence and excellence.
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Variants
- Brilli
- Brill
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brilliant was first seen in the United States in 2011. Brilliant has ranked as high as #1385 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Brilliant has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 8 |