Find out how popular the first name Breslin has been for the last 18 years (from 2006 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Breslin by gender

Based on the last 18 years of data, Breslin is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 51% of people named Breslin being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 10 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Breslin.

The history of the first name Breslin

The name Breslin is a diminutive form of the Irish surname Bressie or Bressy, which is derived from the Gaelic word "bres" meaning "prince" or "prosperous one". This name has its origins in ancient Celtic culture and is believed to have been used as early as the 5th century AD.

As a given name, Breslin has been recorded in various Irish historical records and manuscripts throughout the Middle Ages. One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in the Annals of the Four Masters, a chronicle of medieval Irish history, where it mentions a Breslin O'Donnell, a notable figure from the 14th century.

In the 16th century, a Breslin O'Reilly is mentioned in the Annals of the Kingdom of Ireland as being a prominent leader in County Cavan. Another notable bearer of the name was Breslin O'Malley, a 17th-century Irish chieftain and seafarer from County Mayo, who was known for his exploits along the western coast of Ireland.

Moving into the 18th century, Breslin Fallon was a celebrated Irish poet and bard from County Roscommon, known for his compositions in the Irish language. In the 19th century, Breslin Fitzpatrick was a prominent Irish nationalist and member of the Young Ireland movement, who played a role in the Irish Rebellion of 1848.

More recently, one of the most famous individuals with the name Breslin was the American author and journalist Jimmy Breslin (1928-2017), known for his gritty and insightful writings about life in New York City. Another noteworthy bearer of the name was the Irish actor and director Dermot Breslin (1939-2020), who had a successful career on stage and screen.

While the name Breslin has a rich historical background rooted in Irish culture, it has also gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly in English-speaking countries, where it is often used as a given name or surname.

Data source

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