Burnt meadow or wood cleared by fire
Derived from the Old English elements 'bryne' meaning fire or burning and 'leah' meaning woodland or meadow. It originally served as an English habitational surname for someone living near a scorched clearing. In modern usage, it has transitioned into a popular rhythmic given name for girls.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American journalist and reporter
