Brittney Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRIT-nee / ˈbrɪtniEnglish; Latin
Meaning
English: from Britain; Latin: goddess of victory
Historical & Cultural Background
Brittney is a modern variation of the name Brittany, which refers to the region in France. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s. It is often associated with a sense of youth and modernity. The name has also been linked to the cultural identity of the Brittany region in France.
Trend Summary
Brittney saw a peak in popularity in the 1990s but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brittany
- Britni
- Britney
International Variants
- Bretagne (French)
- Britannia (Latin)
Famous people named Brittney
Brittney Griner is a professional basketball player known for her achievements in the WNBA.
Brittney Spears is a pop singer and entertainer who gained fame in the late 1990s.
Brittney Palmer is an artist and ring girl known for her work in the UFC.
Brittney Sykes is a professional basketball player recognized for her contributions to women's basketball.
Fictional characters named Brittney
Brittney is a character in the video game 'The Sims,' where players can create and customize her personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brittney was first seen in the United States in 1958. Brittney has ranked as high as #97 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Brittney has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brittney (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 14 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 85 |
| 1972 | 75 |
| 1973 | 74 |
| 1974 | 72 |
| 1975 | 93 |
| 1976 | 112 |
| 1977 | 152 |
| 1978 | 200 |
| 1979 | 272 |
| 1980 | 454 |
| 1981 | 518 |
| 1982 | 726 |
| 1983 | 921 |
| 1984 | 1,559 |
| 1985 | 3,224 |
| 1986 | 4,593 |
| 1987 | 5,127 |
| 1988 | 6,576 |
| 1989 | 7,834 |
| 1990 | 7,428 |
| 1991 | 5,828 |
| 1992 | 5,085 |
| 1993 | 4,420 |
| 1994 | 3,876 |
| 1995 | 3,380 |
| 1996 | 2,741 |
| 1997 | 2,483 |
| 1998 | 2,239 |
| 1999 | 2,550 |
| 2000 | 2,316 |
| 2001 | 1,443 |
| 2002 | 972 |
| 2003 | 758 |
| 2004 | 599 |
| 2005 | 524 |
| 2006 | 463 |
| 2007 | 360 |
| 2008 | 238 |
| 2009 | 236 |
| 2010 | 242 |
| 2011 | 205 |
| 2012 | 186 |
| 2013 | 143 |
| 2014 | 127 |
| 2015 | 110 |
| 2016 | 99 |
| 2017 | 74 |
| 2018 | 54 |
| 2019 | 58 |
| 2020 | 43 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2024 | 55 |