Briony Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRY-uh-nee / /ˈbraɪəni/English; Greek
Meaning
English: a type of flowering plant; Greek: to sprout
Historical & Cultural Background
Briony is derived from the name of a flowering plant in the genus Bryonia. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has also been associated with the Greek word for sprouting, reflecting themes of growth and nature. It is often considered a modern and unique choice for girls.
Trend Summary
Briony has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bryony
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Briony was first seen in the United States in 1977. Briony has ranked as high as #1330 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Briony has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Briony
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 10 |