Bryonna
A feminine name derived from the Irish surname O'Briain, meaning "descendant of Brian".
Name Census estimates that about 873 living Americans carry the first name Bryonna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Bryonna today is around 24 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Bryonna births was 2000 (59 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Bryonna. 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
873
~ 1 in 392,617 Americans
Peak year
2000
59 babies that year
Average age
24
years old
2024 SSA rank
#15,663
Tracked since 1987
Popularity
Bryonna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Bryonna from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 457 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
Bryonna 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 Bryonna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Bryonnas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. Pennsylvania, New York, California recorded the most babies named Bryonna, while New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 15 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Bryonna
The name Bryonna is a relatively modern invention, with no clear origin or etymology. It appears to be a combination of the prefix "Bry-" and the suffix "-onna," but the roots and meanings behind these elements are uncertain.
While the name Bryonna does not have a long historical lineage, it has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in certain regions of the United States. However, due to its relatively recent emergence, there are no known ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records that mention this name.
Despite its lack of historical significance, several individuals have borne the name Bryonna throughout the years. One of the earliest recorded instances is Bryonna Davidson, an American actress born in 1987, who has appeared in various television shows and films.
Another notable Bryonna is Bryonna Burrows, an American basketball player born in 1995, who played for the University of Southern Mississippi. Her athletic achievements have brought some recognition to the name in the realm of sports.
In the world of music, Bryonna Hearn, an American singer and songwriter born in 1998, has gained popularity for her soulful vocals and songwriting skills. Her music has been well-received, especially within the contemporary R&B genre.
Additionally, Bryonna Wright, an American entrepreneur born in 1990, has made her mark in the business world. Her successful ventures have brought attention to the name Bryonna in professional circles.
Lastly, Bryonna Auffant, an American activist born in 1994, has been instrumental in various social justice movements, advocating for human rights and equality. Her work has brought recognition to the name Bryonna in the realm of activism.
While the name Bryonna may lack a deep historical lineage, these individuals have helped to establish its presence in modern times, contributing to its growing popularity and recognition across various fields and regions.
People
Bryonna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Bryonna 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
Bryonna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Bryonna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 873 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Bryonna 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 392,617 US residents.
Is Bryonna a common name?
We classify Bryonna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 892 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Bryonna most popular?
The single biggest year for Bryonna was 2000, when 59 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Bryonna is about 24 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Bryonna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Bryonna 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.