Brienne Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBREE-en / bɹiːˈɛnFrench; English
Meaning
French: strong; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Brienne has French origins and is often associated with strength and nobility. It gained popularity in modern culture through literature and television. The name is also linked to the character Brienne of Tarth from the 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series by George R.R. Martin.
Trend Summary
Brienne has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, particularly influenced by popular media.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brianna
- Bree
International Variants
- Brienne (French)
- Brianna (English)
Famous people named Brienne
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Fictional characters named Brienne
Brienne of Tarth from 'A Song of Ice and Fire' is a skilled warrior known for her loyalty and honor.
Brienne from 'Game of Thrones' is portrayed as a strong female character who defies traditional gender roles.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brienne was first seen in the United States in 1977. Brienne has ranked as high as #1004 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Brienne has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brienne (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 122 |
| 1980 | 103 |
| 1981 | 83 |
| 1982 | 62 |
| 1983 | 77 |
| 1984 | 49 |
| 1985 | 57 |
| 1986 | 56 |
| 1987 | 37 |
| 1988 | 33 |
| 1989 | 34 |
| 1990 | 42 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 12 |