“Breonna is a modern name with its origins rooted in Irish and is believed to be a variation of the name 'Briana'”
American origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#10449US 2023
9Births / yr
↓Falling
5.1kAll-time births
📅 Since 197800.02% of births at peak
How to pronounce Breonna
BREE·ANN·AH
/ˈbriː.ˈænn.ˈɑ/ · stress on BREE · 3 syllables
“Breonna is a modern name with its origins rooted in Irish and is believed to be a variation of the name 'Briana'”
American origin · Girl name
What does Breonna mean and where does it come from?
Breonna is a modern name with its origins rooted in Irish and is believed to be a variation of the name 'Briana'. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and has been used widely in the United States. The name became particularly notable due to figures such as Breonna Taylor, whose tragic deat
Cultural significance
Breonna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of irish.
Peak popularity
Reached #737 in 1995 — currently #10449 in the US.
Falling — down 4426 spots — currently #10449 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1980–2023#10449 · Top 7.7%
1980
1985
1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
2015
2020
2021
2022
2023
Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#10449
9
▼ down 4426 · -55% births
2022
#6023
20
▼ down 1913 · -43% births
2021
#4110
35
▲ up 547 · +25% births
2020
#4657
28
▲ up 378 · +4% births
2015
#5035
27
▼ down 3211 · -76% births
2010
#1824
112
▼ down 590 · -39% births
2005
#1234
185
▼ down 254 · -15% births
2000
#980
217
▼ down 243 · -22% births
1995
#737
279
▲ up 430 · +89% births
1990
#1167
148
▲ up 3678 · +825% births
1985
#4845
16
▲ up 4118 · +129% births
1980
#8963
7
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Breonna
1995Rank #737
279
#4169
↘Falling
1980 - 202312 years
The story of Breonna
Breonna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 5,083 total births recorded, Breonna remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8963 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10449 in 2023.
Breonna means "Irish" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Breonna?
Breonna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Breonna have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Breonna?
Breonna originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Breonna?
Breonna is a three-syllable name pronounced B R IY1 AE1 N N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Breonna?
Breonna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Breonna
For a sister
Breonna & Avery♡
Breonna & Madison♡
Breonna & Zoey♡
Breonna & Madelyn♡
For a brother
Breonna & Ethan♡
Breonna & Jackson♡
Breonna & Mason♡
Breonna & Matthew♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#10449
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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🇦🇺 Australia
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