Bree
Bree is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Strength, vigor, or noble.
Origin and history
Bree is a name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic word 'brígh', meaning strength or high power. It is often used as a standalone given name or as a short form of Brianna or Bridget. In the United States, it gained steady use in the late 20th century as a modern, minimalist name.
Popularity in the United States
9,287 babies in the United States have been named Bree since 1880. It ranks #1732 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1560.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.6 %)
- TX (11.4 %)
- PA (6.1 %)
- MI (5.9 %)
- NY (5.7 %)
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 | 1,510 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,433 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,587 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,058 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,156 |
| 2020-2029 | 543 |
Famous people named Bree
- Bree Turner: Actress, Dancer
Fun facts
- Bree stems from the Irish root 'brígh', which signifies strength or high standing.
- Bree is also the name of a village and parish in County Wexford, Ireland.