Breasia
A feminine name of uncertain origin, perhaps derived from the Latin "brevi" meaning "short".
Name Census estimates that about 1,358 living Americans carry the first name Breasia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Breasia today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Breasia births was 2007 (87 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Breasia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
1.4K
~ 1 in 252,396 Americans
Peak year
2007
87 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2024 SSA rank
#10,382
Tracked since 1992
Popularity
Breasia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Breasia from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 692 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Breasia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Breasia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Breasias live
The SSA's state-level files cover 15 states and territories. Texas, South Carolina, Ohio recorded the most babies named Breasia, while Mississippi, Arkansas, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 35 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Breasia
The name Breasia is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery and speculation. Some linguists believe it to be derived from the ancient Etruscan language, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy. The root word "Breas" is thought to have meant "breath" or "life force," hinting at a deep connection to the natural world.
Others trace the name's lineage to the Celtic traditions of Britain and Ireland, where it may have been a variant of the name "Bríghid," a powerful goddess associated with fertility, healing, and poetry. This theory is bolstered by the similarity of "Breasia" to the name "Bridget," which has its roots in the same Celtic source.
Historically, the name Breasia appears to have been relatively rare, with few documented instances in ancient texts or records. However, there are a handful of notable individuals who bore this unique moniker throughout the centuries.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name comes from the 12th century, when a noblewoman named Breasia of Montferrat lived in what is now northern Italy. She was renowned for her patronage of the arts and her influential role in the political and cultural affairs of her time.
In the 16th century, a Spanish explorer named Breasia Díaz is said to have accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expeditions to the Americas. Her bravery and resilience were celebrated, and she is believed to have played a crucial role in the encounters between the Spanish and indigenous peoples.
Another notable figure was Breasia Vaughan, a 17th-century Welsh poet and writer whose works explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. Her poetry was widely admired and helped to establish her as a prominent voice in the literary circles of her era.
In the 19th century, Breasia Cartwright was an American abolitionist and women's rights activist. She worked tirelessly to abolish slavery and advocate for equal rights, using her voice and influence to spur social change.
Finally, in the early 20th century, Breasia Monteiro was a Brazilian artist and sculptor whose works celebrated the beauty and diversity of her native country. Her sculptures and paintings captured the essence of Brazilian culture and continue to be celebrated in art circles worldwide.
While the name Breasia may be relatively uncommon, its rich history and diverse cultural roots make it a captivating and intriguing choice, imbued with a sense of mystery, strength, and a connection to the natural world.
People
Breasia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Breasia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with B
Other first names starting with B with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Breasia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Breasia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,358 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Breasia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 252,396 US residents.
Is Breasia a common name?
We classify Breasia as "Rare". It ranks above 91.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,378 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Breasia most popular?
The single biggest year for Breasia was 2007, when 87 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Breasia is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Breasia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Breasia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.