Rising since 2018.
Popularity of Britani since 1975
Babies named Britani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 457 |
| 1990s | 595 |
| 2000s | 217 |
| 2010s | 87 |
| 2020s | 38 |
Meaning & origin
Britani is a modern American spelling of the name Brittany, a place name from the region in France. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1975 and reached its peak popularity in 1989. After a period of decline, it has been rising again since 2018, reflecting a possible revival of 1980s-style names. While it has never cracked the top 1000, its peak year and current upward trajectory show that the name holds a niche appeal. As a variant spelling, it carries the same etymology and cultural associations as its more common counterparts.
Britani is a modern spelling variant of Brittany, itself derived from the name of the Celtic region of Brittany in France. The root is thought to come from the Latin 'Britannia', referring to the land of the Britons. As a given name, it gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bri, Brit, Annie
Sibling names for Britani
Names that share Britani's style, for a brother or sister.
