Declining since 1995.
Popularity of Breeanna since 1977
Babies named Breeanna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 21 |
| 1980s | 321 |
| 1990s | 1,625 |
| 2000s | 954 |
| 2010s | 215 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Breeanna is a modern feminine name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1977, reflecting the late-20th-century trend of inventive names formed from popular elements. It peaked in popularity in 1996, placing among the top 1,000 names for girls, but has since experienced a steady decline, a trajectory that began in 1995. The name's appeal likely stems from its melodic sound and its connection to the more established Brianna. Despite its relatively recent coinage, Breeanna has maintained a modest presence, particularly in the 1990s.
Breeanna is a modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1977. It appears to blend the name Bree, itself a short form of Brianna or a variant of the Irish name Brígh (meaning 'strength' or 'exalted one'), with the suffix -anna, commonly used to create feminine names. The name peaked in popularity in 1996 and has since declined. It is almost exclusively used for girls.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bree, Anna, Annie
Sibling names for Breeanna
Names that share Breeanna's style, for a brother or sister.
