Female Name
Brianna
bɹi.ˈæn.ə
bɹi.ˈɑːn.ə
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
1990s
2000s
ends in -anna
feminine forms
Gone characters
love island Australia
Mare of Easttown characters
Squishmallows
Star Wars characters
TV presenters
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
71/100
modern80%
youthful100%
natural65%
wholesome65%
strong65%
refined80%
Meaning & Etymology
Brianna is a feminine given name, a variant of Briana, and is currently the more popular spelling. It is derived from the masculine Irish name Brian. The name has been used in England since the 16th century and gained popularity in recent years, especially in the United States. Variant spellings include Brianne and Breanne, with common nicknames being Bri and Bria.
Etymology
Original Form:
Briana
Evolution:
Brianna evolved from Briana, influenced by the masculine Irish name Brian.
Source:
The name Briana is derived from the Irish name Brian, meaning 'strong' or 'high'.