Breon
Breon is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invention; possibly an elaborated form of Brian meaning 'noble' or 'high'.
Origin and history
Breon is a modern American name, likely created as a variant of names like Brian or modern inventions combining elements like 'Bree' and 'Dion'. It gained usage in the late 20th century in the United States and remains a unique choice. In recent years, it sees modest, steady usage for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,467 babies in the United States have been named Breon since 1880. It ranks #2610 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1736.
States where it is most popular
- FL (32.8 %)
- VA (27.8 %)
- IL (6.7 %)
- TX (5.4 %)
- MD (4 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 109 |
| 1980-1990 | 419 |
| 1990-2000 | 811 |
| 2000-2010 | 487 |
| 2010-2019 | 445 |
| 2020-2029 | 191 |
Famous people named Breon
- Breon Ansley: Bodybuilder, Athlete
- Breon Allen: Football player, Athlete
Fun facts
- Breon emerged in the late 20th century alongside similar sounding names like Deon and Trevon.