Brynne
Brynne is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Hill or mound.
Origin and history
Brynne is a modern variant spelling of the Welsh name Brynn, derived from the element meaning 'hill' or 'mound'. It emerged as a contemporary feminine given name in the United States during the late 20th century. While never reaching the top ranks of popularity, it remains a recognized alternative spelling to Bryn and Brynn.
Popularity in the United States
2,709 babies in the United States have been named Brynne since 1880. It ranks #3394 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1904.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.7 %)
- PA (24.4 %)
- NY (10.5 %)
- OH (10.2 %)
- TX (9.7 %)
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 | 26 |
| 1960-1970 | 30 |
| 1970-1980 | 85 |
| 1980-1990 | 417 |
| 1990-2000 | 611 |
| 2000-2010 | 845 |
| 2010-2019 | 498 |
| 2020-2029 | 197 |
Famous people named Brynne
- Brynne Edelsten: Television personality, Model
Fun facts
- The root word 'bryn' is a common element in Welsh place names describing geographical hills.
- Adding the silent trailing 'e' was popularized in North America to give the traditional name Brynn a stylized feminine finish.