Bryanne Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRY-ann / /ˈbraɪ.ən/English; Irish
Meaning
English: Strong; Irish: Descendant of Brian
Historical & Cultural Background
Bryanne is a modern variation of the name Brian, which has roots in both English and Irish cultures. The name Brian is historically associated with a famous Irish king, Brian Boru, who was a significant figure in Irish history. Bryanne, as a feminine form, has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries. It reflects a trend of adapting traditionally male names for female use.
Trend Summary
Bryanne has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bryan
- Bryanna
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bryanne was first seen in the United States in 1977. Bryanne has ranked as high as #1138 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Bryanne has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bryanne (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 35 |
| 1987 | 31 |
| 1988 | 30 |
| 1989 | 58 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 48 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 44 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1995 | 34 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 31 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 10 |