High, noble, or strong
Briani is a modern feminine elaboration of the Irish name Brian. It likely combines the traditional Celtic root meaning 'hill' or 'high' with a contemporary 'i' ending to create a unique, melodic sound.
Less common today
Briani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,743 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
