Breanne
Breanne is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
High, noble, or exalted.
Origin and history
Breanne is an American modern feminine name, created as a variation of Breanna or a blend of Brian and Anne. Rooted in the Celtic word for hill or high, it carries the meaning of noble or exalted. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
10,352 babies in the United States have been named Breanne since 1880. It ranks #1598 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2018.
States where it is most popular
- CA (18.6 %)
- MI (7 %)
- PA (6.8 %)
- IL (6.3 %)
- TX (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 482 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,694 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,088 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,428 |
| 2010-2019 | 577 |
| 2020-2029 | 83 |
Famous people named Breanne
- Breanne Knapp: Film Editor
Nicknames
Bree, Brea
Fun facts
- Breanne emerged in the late 20th century as part of the trend of blending traditional names like Brian and Anne.
- The name experienced its highest popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s.