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Brittany

From Brittany, France · pronounced /ˈbrɪtəni/

Meaning

Brittany is a english name meaning “From Brittany, France”.

History

The name Brittany is derived from the name of a region in France known as Bretagne. It became popular in the United States in the late 20th century, especially after the release of the hit song 'Brittany' in the 1980s. Brittany is often associated with a sense of beauty and grace. Variants of the name include Brittney and Britany. The name saw its first recorded use in the English-speaking world in the 1980s.

Popularity

Ranked #791 in 2024 · down 783 places since 1995

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