Find out how popular the first name Breella has been for the last 17 years (from 2006 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Breella by gender

Based on the last 17 years of data, Breella is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Breella.

The history of the first name Breella

The name Breella is believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic language of Brittonic, which was spoken in parts of Britain and continental Europe during the Iron Age and Roman era. It is thought to be derived from the Brittonic words "bre" meaning "hill" and "ella" meaning "light" or "brightness," suggesting that the name may have initially referred to someone living on a bright or illuminated hilltop.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Breella can be found in the 6th century CE, where it appears in the genealogical records of the Welsh kingdom of Gwynedd. It is mentioned as the name of a minor noblewoman who lived during the reign of King Maelgwn Gwynedd, though little else is known about her life or significance.

In the 9th century CE, a Breella is mentioned in the Annales Cambriae, a chronicle of Welsh history, as being a nun at the monastery of Llanilltud Fawr (now known as Llantwit Major) in Wales. However, the entry provides no further details about her role or influence within the religious community.

The name Breella appears to have been relatively uncommon throughout much of the Middle Ages, but it resurfaced in the 16th century with the birth of Breella Fitz-Warin (c. 1520 – 1580), an English noblewoman and landowner from Shropshire. She was known for her involvement in a long-running legal dispute over the ownership of the Fitz-Warin estates, which ultimately led to a landmark ruling in English property law.

Another notable figure with the name Breella was the 17th-century Welsh poet and bardic student, Breella Wyn (c. 1640 – 1710). She was educated at the renowned Bardic Colleges of Glamorgan and is remembered for her contributions to the preservation and promotion of Welsh language and culture during a period of English cultural dominance.

In the 19th century, Breella Vaughan (1819 – 1887) was a Welsh philanthropist and social reformer who worked tirelessly to improve the living conditions of the poor and underprivileged in her community. She founded several charitable organizations and was instrumental in establishing schools and healthcare facilities in rural areas of Wales.

While the name Breella has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has maintained a presence in various pockets of Celtic and British cultures, serving as a reminder of the rich linguistic and cultural heritage from which it originated.

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