Declining since 1995, #661 for girls today.
Popularity of Briana since 1950
Babies named Briana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 72 |
| 1960s | 298 |
| 1970s | 2,116 |
| 1980s | 10,881 |
| 1990s | 42,801 |
| 2000s | 28,719 |
| 2010s | 9,066 |
| 2020s | 3,167 |
Meaning & origin
Briana is the feminine counterpart of the Irish classic Brian, a name steeped in medieval history. It first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1950, but it reached its zenith in 1994 when it ranked at its peak. Since 1995, however, its popularity has been steadily falling, though it remains a familiar choice. The name has been most common in Maryland, Nevada, and Mississippi, reflecting a broad but regionally varied appeal. In 2025 it ranked 661st, with about 1 in every 3,729 girls receiving the name, a far cry from its 1990s heyday but still a recognizable and well-used feminine form.
Briana is a feminine form of the Irish masculine name Brian, which is traditionally derived from the Old Celtic element 'brīgos' meaning 'strength' or 'virtue'. The name Brian was borne by the medieval high king Brian Boru, and its feminine counterpart came into use in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, becoming particularly popular in the United States.
Where Briana is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Briana” around the world
Where Briana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Quebec
7
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bri, Ana, Bree
Sibling names for Briana
Names that share Briana's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Kiera, Megan, Caitlin, Alana, Shannon, Marissa, Yajaira, Bretta, Derika, Larisha, Niva, Shalane, Shauntel, Tashiana, Ceira, Ivyana, Ketra, Kimela, Raeana, Tambria, Treana, Anedra, Breonia, Chauna, Chrishana, Dreana, Kery
Brothers: Brian, Kevin, Ryan, Sean, Patrick, Chaun, Garron, Janeil, Kendan
Names like Briana
Names whose popularity has moved with Briana's over the last 50 years.
