Strong, virtuous, or hill
Brinna is often considered a modern diminutive or variant of Brianna, which is the feminine form of the Celtic name Brian. It likely derives from the Old Celtic element 'bre' meaning hill or high, which by extension implies strength and nobility. In some contexts, it is also viewed as a variation of the Germanic name Brina, meaning protector.
Less common today
Brinna isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,139 in 2002.
Actress and screenwriter
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
