Strong, virtuous, and honorable
Briannah is a modern elaboration of the Irish name Brianna, the feminine form of Brian. It is derived from the Old Celtic element 'bre', meaning hill or high, which metaphorically extends to mean noble or exalted. The 'h' ending is a stylistic American variation that adds a softer, more decorative visual appeal.
Less common today
Briannah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,137 in 1997.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
