Breshauna
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly blending elements meaning "prosperous" and "peace".
Name Census estimates that about 37 living Americans carry the first name Breshauna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Breshauna today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Breshauna births was 1996 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Breshauna. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Breshauna. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
37
~ 1 in 9,263,631 Americans
Peak year
1996
6 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
2006 SSA rank
#17,580
Tracked since 1994
Popularity
Breshauna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Breshauna from the 1990s through to the 2000s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 27 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1990s peak, Breshauna remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Breshauna 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 Breshauna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Breshauna
The name Breshauna is believed to have originated from the African American culture, specifically within the United States. It is a relatively modern name, with its origins traced back to the late 20th century. The name is a unique blend of various cultural influences, reflecting the diversity of the African American community.
While the exact etymology of Breshauna is uncertain, it is speculated to be a combination of the prefix "Bresh," which may have roots in the Yoruba language of West Africa, and the suffix "auna," which could be derived from various European or Native American influences. This fusion of linguistic elements is a testament to the rich cultural tapestry that shapes African American naming traditions.
There are no known historical references or ancient texts that mention the name Breshauna explicitly. However, its emergence as a distinct name can be seen as a reflection of the cultural renaissance and empowerment movements within the African American community during the latter half of the 20th century.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Breshauna are relatively recent, with the first documented instances appearing in birth records from the late 1970s and early 1980s. While the name has not gained widespread popularity, it has been embraced by a dedicated group of individuals who appreciate its unique sound and cultural significance.
Here are five notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Breshauna:
1. Breshauna Joyner (born 1985) - An American singer and songwriter, known for her contributions to the contemporary R&B and soul music genres.
2. Breshauna Williams (born 1992) - A former American track and field athlete, specializing in sprinting and hurdling events.
3. Breshauna Jackson (born 1988) - An American fashion designer and entrepreneur, renowned for her sustainable and ethical clothing line.
4. Breshauna Thompson (born 1981) - An American activist and community organizer, working to promote social justice and racial equality.
5. Breshauna Harris (born 1990) - An American writer and poet, whose works explore themes of identity, family, and the African American experience.
While the name Breshauna may be relatively new in the grand scheme of naming traditions, it carries with it a rich cultural heritage and a testament to the resilience and creativity of the African American community.
People
Breshauna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Breshauna as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Breshauna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Breshauna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 37 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Breshauna 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 9,263,631 US residents.
Is Breshauna a common name?
We classify Breshauna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 49.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 38 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Breshauna most popular?
The single biggest year for Breshauna was 1996, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Breshauna is about 28 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Breshauna in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Breshauna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Breshauna 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.
Is Breshauna still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Breshauna in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Breshauna can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Breshauna?
Find out how many people share the name Breshauna on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.