Female and male names starting with the letter "B" .
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BREANN
FeminineIrish name meaning "little breast," a variant of Brighid derived from the Old Irish word for strength or power. It has been used since the Middle Ages and was popular among Irish nobility.
BREANNA
MasculineIrish name derived from Brighid or Bridget, meaning 'strong' or 'exalted one', associated with the Celtic festival Imbolc and the goddess Brigid.
BREANNA
FeminineUncommon yet charming Irish name derived from the surname Ó'Briain, meaning "descendant of Brian," which translates to "noble" or "honorable.
BREANNAH
FeminineIrish female given name derived from the surname O'Brien, meaning 'descendant of the king'.
BREANNE
FeminineUncommon yet captivating Irish female given name derived from the surname "Ó Bréithne," meaning "descendant of Brian" or "proud, honorable.
BREANNIA
FeminineIrish name derived from the surname O'Braonain, meaning "descendant of Bran," a heroic figure associated with wisdom and art. It originated from the powerful O'Braonain clan in Connacht, western Ireland. Today, Breannia is internationally recognized and chosen for its unique beauty and historical significance, often pronounced as "BRAY-nee-ah.
BREANNON
FeminineIrish origin name derived from 'Bréanainn', meaning 'little bright one'.
BREARA
FeminineRare Irish female given name derived from ancient Celtic goddess Brigh meaning 'exalted one' or 'high'.
BREASHA
FeminineUnique, uncommon feminine given name of African American origin, created by author Alice Walker for her 1982 novel "The Color Purple." It signifies strength, intelligence, and resilience, reflecting the empowered spirit of women like Breasha, whose exact meaning remains unclear but is thought to derive from African names signifying 'bloom' or 'beautiful flower.'
BREASHIA
FeminineRare and unique Irish female given name with an unknown but intriguing history and meaning.
BREASIA
FeminineRare, Scottish Gaelic name derived from 'breath', meaning 'expiration' or 'departure'. It's not historically significant but offers a distinctive Celtic heritage.
BREASYA
FeminineUncommon female given name of unknown origin, believed to derive from the Greek word "bretania" meaning "island" or "great Britain," though this theory lacks concrete evidence. Its phonetic pronunciation sets it apart: "breh-AH-syuh." Despite its mysterious origins and lack of famous bearers, Breasya's unique sound and spelling make it memorable and distinctive.
BREAUN
FeminineUncommon Irish boy's name derived from the surname Breathnach, meaning 'of the Munster people'. It has ancient Celtic origins and was historically passed down through Irish families, sometimes anglicized to Brennan or Brehony.
BREAUN
MasculineRare, modern name of unknown origin, with no established meaning but sometimes associated with Irish names like Brendan.
BREAUNA
FeminineIrish-origin name derived from "Breathnach," meaning "of noble descent.
BREAUNNA
FeminineUnique American name coined by author Tera Lynn Childs in 2010 for her novel "The Touch". Although it lacks historical background or universally accepted meaning, it has gained popularity due to its distinctive sound and modern appeal.
BREAWNA
FeminineAmerican blend name created from Brittany and Auna, potentially meaning 'from Britain/happy'.
BREAYLA
FeminineUnique American name created by author A. Meredith Walters for her character Breayla "Brea" Thompson in The Vampire Journals series. Its origin and meaning are uncertain, but it may derive from Old Norse 'breiðr' meaning "broad" or "wide," and the English suffix '-ley,' signifying a meadow or clearing, suggesting a poetic reference to a wide meadow or open space. Despite its fictional inception, Breayla has gained popularity as a given name since the late 2000s.
BREAYNA
FeminineUnique Hebrew name meaning "creator," reflecting divine power and purpose.
BREAZAE
FeminineRare, Irish origin name meaning "spear," reflecting ancient Celtic power and valor.
BREAZIA
FeminineBreazia: An original, unique name with an unknown origin and no traditional meaning. Its distinct sound comes from the combination of 'b', 'r', 'z', and 'ia'.
BREC
MasculineThe Welsh name Brec, meaning 'spear', hails from ancient times and was often bestowed upon warrior sons.
BRECCA
FeminineIrish name derived from "Bréagach," meaning "speckled" or "having many colors.
BRECCAN
MasculineIrish name of Celtic origin, derived from 'Ó Braoghán', meaning 'descendant of Braoghán'. It signifies 'speckled with white' or 'having freckles', and is often associated with strength and nobility.
BRECIA
FeminineBrecia is of Latin origin, derived from 'brevis' meaning 'short'. It's a rare female name chosen for its uniqueness.
BRECK
MasculineRare Scottish name derived from the surname "Brechin," meaning 'speckled headed.'
BRECK
FeminineScottish surname turned unisex given name meaning "broad" or "spacious.
BRECKAN
MasculineRare but unique Scottish given name derived from the surname Brockie, possibly meaning 'son of Bruadh' or 'badger'.
BRECKEN
FeminineAmerican name of Scottish origin derived from the surname 'Breckan', meaning 'brewer' or 'grain breaker'.
BRECKEN
MasculineEnglish boy's name of uncertain origin and meaning, believed to be a variant spelling of Irish surnames or a shortened form of other names, but popular for its unique sound.
BRECKER
MasculineGerman-origin male given name meaning "dark home" or "dim home.
BRECKETT
MasculineUnique American given name with no known origin or meaning, but has been sparingly used in U.S. history due to its distinctive sound and potential for popular nicknames like Breck or Brett.
BRECKIN
MasculineUnique American given name derived from the Scottish surname 'Breek', originally referring to an occupational brewer or alehouse keeper.
BRECKIN
FeminineModern American name created by blending Brendan and Alexander, suggesting strength and nobility.
BRECKLIN
FeminineAmerican name created from a blend of Breckenridge and Lincoln, meaning 'hill mound ridge' and 'pool lake', respectively. It embodies qualities like strength, resilience, leadership, intelligence, and integrity.
BRECKLYN
FeminineAmerican girl's name created by combining Breckenridge and Brooklyn, representing strength and elegance despite lacking a traditional meaning.
BRECKLYNN
FeminineModern, unisex name created by combining elements from Irish surname Breckenridge and English name Brooklyn, with no specific historical or cultural significance.
BRECKON
MasculineRare American given name derived from the English surname 'Brecon', originating in Wales and meaning 'little hill' or 'hill fort'.
BRECKSTON
MasculineRare American given name derived from Scottish 'Breck' meaning 'speckled', combined with Old English 'ston' meaning 'stone'.
BRECKYN
FeminineUnique American feminine name derived from Breckenridge, meaning 'mountain pass' in Gaelic.