Briony
Pronunciation: [ br-EYE-uhn-ee ]
Briony is a girl baby name. Ranked #11,189 in the US, popular nicknames include Bri, Bry, and Briie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Briony first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 226 babies have been named Briony in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Briony is past its peak , currently ranked #11,189 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #11,189
- Total SSA Count
- 10
Nicknames
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About the Name Briony
Briony is a girl name .
Briony is currently ranked #11,189 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Briony include Bri, Bry, Briie, and Brioie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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