Briley
Briley: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Briley
- A female given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Uncertain. Possibly a variant of Brierley.
How popular is Briley?
Since 1880, 6,618 girls and 1,332 boys in the U.S. have been named Briley (83% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #622 in 2009. Its highest rank for boys was #1556 in 2005. In 2025, 94 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Briley
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
More Surname unisex names
Sibling name ideas for Briley
Sister and brother names that share Briley's Surname roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Briley FAQ
What does the name Briley mean?
A female given name transferred from the surname. Uncertain. Possibly a variant of Brierley.
What is the origin of the name Briley?
Briley is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Briley?
Since 1880, 6,618 girls and 1,332 boys in the U.S. have been named Briley (83% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #622 in 2009. Its highest rank for boys was #1556 in 2005. In 2025, 94 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Briley a boy or girl name?
Briley is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (6,618 girls and 1,332 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.