Briona
Irish Gaelic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Briona
Briona is a modern feminine given name, likely a variant of Brianna, which itself derives from the Irish Gaelic name Brígh, meaning "strength" or "noble." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, with no notable historical or religious significance.
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Etymology
Briona is a modern feminine given name, likely a variant of Brianna, which itself derives from the Irish Gaelic name Brígh, meaning "strength" or "noble." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, with no notable historical or religious significance.
Briona currently ranks #10,724 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1993.
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