gender neutral
Brianna
strong, virtuous, high
About Brianna
This elegant name carries a timeless quality that transcends trends and generations. Brianna exudes confidence and grace, offering a sophisticated sound that works equally well in childhood and adulthood. The name flows beautifully with most surnames and provides natural nickname options like Bri or Anna. Parents appreciate its familiar yet distinctive character—recognizable without being overly common. Brianna suggests someone who is both strong-willed and compassionate, combining traditional femininity with modern independence. The name has maintained steady popularity across diverse communities, reflecting its universal appeal and adaptability. It offers excellent versatility for a child who might grow into any profession or personality type.
Popularity of the Name Brianna
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | #933 | ||||
| 1977 | #698 | ||||
| 1978 | #574 | ||||
| 1979 | #329 | ||||
| 1980 | #341 | ||||
| 1981 | #324 | ||||
| 1982 | #273 | ||||
| 1983 | #242 | ||||
| 1984 | #197 | ||||
| 1985 | #190 | ||||
| 1986 | #154 | ||||
| 1987 | #122 | ||||
| 1988 | #96 | ||||
| 1989 | #77 | ||||
| 1990 | #61 | ||||
| 1991 | #51 | #260 | #118 | ||
| 1992 | #43 | #346 | #107 | ||
| 1993 | #32 | #189 | #87 | ||
| 1994 | #27 | #164 | #516 | #96 | |
| 1995 | #21 | #115 | #529 | #69 | |
| 1996 | #17 | #116 | #63 | ||
| 1997 | #17 | #737 | #88 | #400 | #49 |
| 1998 | #17 | #480 | #77 | #258 | #40 |
| 1999 | #14 | #470 | #56 | #325 | #27 |
| 2000 | #15 | #526 | #47 | #353 | #31 |
| 2001 | #18 | #564 | #46 | #339 | #30 |
| 2002 | #17 | #505 | #58 | #241 | #36 |
| 2003 | #17 | #476 | #51 | #233 | #35 |
| 2004 | #17 | #431 | #54 | #216 | #47 |
| 2005 | #20 | #403 | #61 | #205 | #52 |
| 2006 | #20 | #358 | #48 | #240 | #53 |
| 2007 | #22 | #377 | #85 | #202 | #59 |
| 2008 | #23 | #364 | #134 | #177 | #60 |
| 2009 | #24 | #404 | #118 | #215 | #73 |
| 2010 | #30 | #373 | #172 | #232 | #100 |
| 2011 | #45 | #403 | #154 | #270 | #108 |
| 2012 | #51 | #451 | #242 | #300 | #110 |
| 2013 | #71 | #540 | #165 | #360 | #144 |
| 2014 | #85 | #541 | #265 | #275 | #157 |
| 2015 | #82 | #501 | #243 | #323 | #173 |
| 2016 | #97 | #560 | #353 | #394 | #218 |
| 2017 | #123 | #477 | #176 | #325 | #239 |
| 2018 | #132 | #480 | #202 | #269 | #201 |
| 2019 | #147 | #467 | #203 | #421 | #186 |
| 2020 | #145 | #360 | #353 | #336 | #163 |
| 2021 | #184 | #399 | #216 | #343 | #212 |
| 2022 | #171 | #405 | #260 | #457 | #256 |
| 2023 | #152 | #393 | #330 | #401 | #266 |
| 2024 | #181 | #495 | #328 | #558 | #295 |
| 2025 | #222 | #438 | #284 | #357 | #317 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Brianna
Names Similar to Brianna
Nicknames for Brianna
- Bri
- Bria
- Anna
- Ria
- Annie
Famous People Named Brianna
| Brianna Hildebrand | American actress |
| Brianna Keilar | American journalist |
| Brianna Rollins-McNeal | American track and field athlete |
| Brianna Perry | American rapper |
| Brianna Fruean | Samoan climate activist |
| Brianna Turner | American basketball player |
| Brianna Cope | American professional surfer |
| Brianna Ruffalo | American meteorologist |
| Brianna Decker | American ice hockey player |
| Brianna Glenn | American long jumper |
| Brianna Brown | American singer-songwriter |
| Brianna Wiest | American author |
| Brianna Knickerbocker | American voice actress |
| Brianna Denski | American actress |
| Brianna Gurdzhyan | American artist |
| Brianna Karp | American author and blogger |
| Brianna Wu | American singer |
Characters Named Brianna
| Brienne of Tarth | "Game of Thrones" character |
| Brianna Randall Fraser | "Outlander" character |
| Brianna D'Alessandro | "Sailor Moon" character |
| Brianna Maxwell | "The Vampire Diaries" character |
| Brianna Westhouse | "The Da Vinci Code" character |
| Brianna "Bree" Van de Kamp | "Desperate Housewives" character |
| Brianna Chapman | "Grey's Anatomy" character |
| Brianna Buttowski | "Kick Buttowski - Suburban Daredevil" character |
| Brianna Banks | "The Bold and the Beautiful" character |
| Brianna Randall | "Doctor Who" character |
| Brianna Berenson | "Animorphs" series character |
| Brianna Reinehart | "The Secret Circle" character |
| Brianna Sharpe | "iCarly" character |
| Brianna Keilar | "The West Wing" character |
| Brianna Babineaux | "The Bold and the Beautiful" character |
| Brianna Kavanagh | "Riverdale" character |
| Brianna Hanson | "The Mindy Project" character |
| Brianna Maitland | "Criminal Minds" character |
| Brianna Starks | "The Sopranos" character |
| Brianna "Bree" O'Connell | "Bridget Jones's Diary" character |