Britney Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRIT-nee / /ˈbrɪtni/English; Latin
Meaning
English: from Brittany; Latin: a form of the name Brigid
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Britney is derived from the name Brittany, which refers to a region in France. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name is often associated with pop culture, notably due to the fame of singer Britney Spears. It reflects a trend of using place names as personal names.
Trend Summary
Britney saw a peak in popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brittany
- Britni
International Variants
- Britni (English)
Famous people named Britney
Britney Spears is an American singer and entertainer known for her impact on pop music and culture.
Britney Murphy was an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'Clueless' and '8 Mile'.
Britney Hargrove is a notable American athlete recognized in the field of gymnastics.
Britney Taylor is an American author known for her contributions to contemporary literature.
Fictional characters named Britney
Britney is a character in the animated series 'The Fairly OddParents', known for her popularity at school.
Britney is a character in the video game series 'The Sims', often portrayed as a trendy and fashionable Sim.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Britney was first seen in the United States in 1968. Britney has ranked as high as #242 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Britney has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Britney (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 29 | |
| NY | 17 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| MD | 10 | |
| NJ | 9 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| CO | 5 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 33 |
| 1974 | 34 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1976 | 63 |
| 1977 | 80 |
| 1978 | 79 |
| 1979 | 131 |
| 1980 | 184 |
| 1981 | 217 |
| 1982 | 278 |
| 1983 | 357 |
| 1984 | 464 |
| 1985 | 938 |
| 1986 | 1,404 |
| 1987 | 1,585 |
| 1988 | 2,084 |
| 1989 | 2,494 |
| 1990 | 2,294 |
| 1991 | 1,784 |
| 1992 | 1,567 |
| 1993 | 1,177 |
| 1994 | 1,067 |
| 1995 | 792 |
| 1996 | 699 |
| 1997 | 621 |
| 1998 | 571 |
| 1999 | 1,495 |
| 2000 | 2,404 |
| 2001 | 1,640 |
| 2002 | 1,345 |
| 2003 | 967 |
| 2004 | 911 |
| 2005 | 717 |
| 2006 | 668 |
| 2007 | 531 |
| 2008 | 441 |
| 2009 | 387 |
| 2010 | 289 |
| 2011 | 288 |
| 2012 | 292 |
| 2013 | 314 |
| 2014 | 214 |
| 2015 | 190 |
| 2016 | 160 |
| 2017 | 137 |
| 2018 | 116 |
| 2019 | 93 |
| 2020 | 100 |
| 2021 | 115 |
| 2022 | 149 |
| 2023 | 211 |
| 2024 | 171 |