Brittany Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRIT-nee / ˈbrɪt.niEnglish; French
Meaning
English: from Brittany; French: land of the Bretons
Historical & Cultural Background
Brittany is derived from the name of a region in France known for its Celtic heritage. The name became popular in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century. It is often associated with the historical region of Brittany, which has a distinct culture and language. The name has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly given to girls.
Trend Summary
Brittany experienced a peak in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brit
- Britt
International Variants
- Bretagne (French)
- Bretón (Spanish)
Famous people named Brittany
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brittany was first seen in the United States in 1974. Brittany has ranked as high as #980 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in District of Columbia, California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Brittany has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brittany (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 46 |
| 1985 | 61 |
| 1986 | 75 |
| 1987 | 88 |
| 1988 | 100 |
| 1989 | 216 |
| 1990 | 112 |
| 1991 | 45 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 35 |
| 1994 | 38 |
| 1995 | 36 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 13 |