Brionne
A feminine name of French origin meaning "from Brion" or "the highborn lady".
Name Census estimates that about 447 living Americans carry the first name Brionne. It is a predominantly female name (96.8% of registrations). The average person named Brionne today is around 32 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Brionne births was 1994 (36 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Brionne. 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
447
~ 1 in 766,788 Americans
Peak year
1994
36 babies that year
Average age
32
years old
2013 SSA rank
#12,415
Tracked since 1976
Gender
Gender distribution for Brionne
Brionne leans heavily female at 96.8% of total registrations, but 15 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Brionne as a male name
- Ranked #12,415 in 2013
- 5 male births in 2013
- Peak: 1976 (5 births)
Brionne as a female name
- Ranked #16,115 in 2018
- 5 female births in 2018
- Peak: 1993 (35 births)
Popularity
Brionne: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Brionne from the 1970s through to the 2010s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 239 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Brionne 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 Brionne during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Brionnes live
Origin
Meaning and history of Brionne
The given name Brionne has its origins rooted in the French language and culture, hailing from the medieval period. Derived from the Old French word "brion," which referred to a type of heather plant, the name Brionne is believed to have been initially associated with individuals residing in areas abundant with this particular flora.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Brionne can be traced back to the 12th century, where it appeared in ancient French manuscripts and historical records. During this era, the name held particular significance in the region of Normandy, France, where it was commonly bestowed upon individuals from noble or aristocratic lineages.
Throughout the annals of history, several notable figures have borne the name Brionne. In the 13th century, Brionne de Montfort (1205-1270) was a prominent French noblewoman and the wife of Simon de Montfort, a renowned military leader during the Albigensian Crusade. Her influential role in the political and social spheres of the time has been chronicled in various historical accounts.
Another prominent figure bearing the name Brionne was Brionne de Valois (1316-1384), a French nobleman and member of the House of Valois, who played a pivotal role in the Hundred Years' War between England and France. His military exploits and strategic acumen earned him a place in the annals of medieval European history.
In the realm of literature, Brionne de Vigny (1472-1535) was a celebrated French poet and playwright during the Renaissance period. Her works, which explored themes of love, nature, and courtly life, were widely acclaimed and influential in shaping the literary landscape of the time.
Transitioning to more recent times, Brionne Delacroix (1829-1901) was a renowned French artist and a prominent figure in the Impressionist movement. Her vibrant paintings, capturing the essence of everyday life and landscapes, have become iconic representations of the artistic style that flourished in 19th-century France.
Lastly, Brionne Dufour (1901-1972) was a French archaeologist and historian who made significant contributions to the understanding of ancient civilizations. Her extensive research and excavations in the Middle East and North Africa shed light on the cultural practices and societal structures of bygone eras, cementing her legacy as a pioneering figure in the field of archaeology.
People
Brionne + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Brionne 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
Brionne: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Brionne?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 447 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Brionne 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 766,788 US residents.
Is Brionne a common name?
We classify Brionne as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 464 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Brionne most popular?
The single biggest year for Brionne was 1994, when 36 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Brionne is about 32 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Brionne a female name?
Yes, 96.8% of people registered as Brionne 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.