Declining since 2006, #5,410 for girls today.
Popularity of Briseis since 2000
Babies named Briseis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 457 |
| 2010s | 710 |
| 2020s | 209 |
Meaning & origin
Briseis is a name of literary pedigree, drawn from Homer's Iliad where she was a Trojan woman awarded to Achilles. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2000 and reached its peak popularity in 2006. Since then, its usage has declined, fitting a falling trajectory. The name remains rare, with a 2025 rank of 5,410. It is most commonly given in Texas. For parents drawn to mythological names with a classical resonance, Briseis offers an uncommon yet storied alternative to more familiar figures like Helen or Cassandra.
Briseis is a figure from Greek mythology, best known as a character in Homer's Iliad. Her name is of uncertain derivation, perhaps related to the masculine Briseus (her father) or the place-name Brise. The name entered modern usage largely through literary references, particularly since the 20th century.
Where Briseis is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Briseis” around the world
Where Briseis lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bri, Brise
Sibling names for Briseis
Names that share Briseis's style, for a brother or sister.
