Declining since 2009, #1,631 for girls today.
Popularity of Brisa since 1974
Babies named Brisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 81 |
| 1980s | 326 |
| 1990s | 715 |
| 2000s | 4,346 |
| 2010s | 2,499 |
| 2020s | 628 |
Meaning & origin
Brisa entered U.S. baby name records in 1974, and its popularity peaked in 2010. Since then, it has been on a gradual decline. In 2025, it ranked 1631st, with about 1 in 12,656 baby girls receiving the name. The name has been most popular in southwestern states such as Arizona, California, and Washington, reflecting its Spanish language origins. While not in the top 1000, Brisa remains a recognizable nature inspired name with a gentle, airy feel.
Brisa is taken directly from the Spanish noun 'brisa', which means a gentle wind or breeze. It entered the English name pool in the late 20th century, possibly influenced by the similar Italian name 'Brigida' or as a variant of 'Bree'. The name has been used primarily in Spanish-speaking communities and has gained modest popularity in the United States since the 1970s.
Where Brisa 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.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bri, Bris
Sibling names for Brisa
Names that share Brisa's style, for a brother or sister.
