Bria
Bria is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
High, noble, or exalted; alternatively lively or vigorous.
Origin and history
Bria is a feminine given name with multiple etymological roots, often considered a short form of Brianna, derived from Celtic elements meaning 'noble' or 'exalted'. It can also stem from Italian roots associated with vigor or vivacity. In the United States, Bria gained noticeable popularity in the late 20th century and remains a moderately common choice.
Popularity in the United States
16,815 babies in the United States have been named Bria since 1880. It ranks #1179 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #849.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8.3 %)
- NY (7.2 %)
- CA (7.1 %)
- PA (6.4 %)
- IL (5.9 %)
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 | 189 |
| 1980-1990 | 656 |
| 1990-2000 | 6,778 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,139 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,223 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,830 |
Famous people named Bria
- Bria Hartley: Athlete, Basketball player
- Bria Skonberg: Musician, Trumpeter
- Bria Vinaite: Actress
Fun facts
- Bria originally evolved as a nickname for Brianna before gaining standalone popularity in the United States during the 1990s.
- In addition to its Irish Celtic origin, Bria connects to the Italian word 'bria', meaning vigor or zest.