Brie
Brie is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Marshland or region in France; high, noble (as a short form of Brianna).
Origin and history
Brie is a name of French origin, derived from the historic region in northern France famous for its cheese. It is also commonly used as a short form or variant of names like Brianna, Gabrielle, or Brielle. In the United States, it serves as a modern, concise feminine choice.
Popularity in the United States
3,160 babies in the United States have been named Brie since 1880. It ranks #3164 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1798.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28 %)
- TX (16.6 %)
- NY (11.9 %)
- PA (9.3 %)
- FL (7.4 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 400 |
| 1980-1990 | 774 |
| 1990-2000 | 524 |
| 2000-2010 | 508 |
| 2010-2019 | 651 |
| 2020-2029 | 303 |
Famous people named Brie
- Brie Larson: Actress, Filmmaker
- Brie Bella: Wrestler, Television Personality
Fun facts
- The name is named after the Brie region in France, historically known for its fertile soil and famous soft cheese.
- Brie gained traction in the U.S. in the late 20th century as part of a trend toward short, single-syllable names.