Brianna
Meaning: Noble, virtuous, strong
Origin: Celtic/Irish
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #196
Total births: 2,126
History: Brianna surged in the 2000s as a Celtic-influenced name in Australia. The Irish heritage connection runs deep. Brianna represents the Celtic naming wave that enriched Australian naming culture.
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| Current rank (2008) | #87 |
| Babies named Brianna in 2008 | 91 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,126 |
| Peak year | 1999 (183 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #35 |
| Years in records | 1993–2008 (16 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 41 spots |
Frequently asked about Brianna
What does the name Brianna mean?
Brianna means “Noble, virtuous, strong” from Celtic/Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Brianna?
Brianna has Celtic/Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Noble, virtuous, strong”.
How popular is Brianna in Australia?
Brianna ranked #87 in Australia in 2008 — given to 91 babies that year.
When was Brianna most popular?
Brianna peaked in 1999 with 183 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Brianna a boy or girl name?
Brianna is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Briannas in registered births are female.
Is the name Brianna rising or falling in popularity?
Brianna has fallen 41 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #46 in 2003 to #87 in 2008.
How long has Brianna been recorded in Australia?
Brianna appears in birth records in Australia across 16 years — from 1993 through 2008.