Brilynn
2025 SSA
Below 5 births
About Brilynn
Brilynn is a modern invented name that combines elements of popular names like Brianna, Brittany, or Brielle with the popular '-lynn' suffix. Though lacking historical roots, Brilynn emerged in the early 21st century as part of the trend toward unique, melodic feminine names with creative spellings. The name has a distinctly contemporary American feel and conveys brightness and femininity. The 'Bri-' prefix might evoke associations with words like 'bright' or 'brilliant,' while the '-lynn' ending has Celtic origins meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall.' Brilynn has gained modest popularity among parents seeking distinctive yet accessible names for their daughters.
Brilynn is also given to boys.
Pronounced BRI-lin.
As of October 2026, Brilynn ranked #5436 for girls in US births in 2025 and #9839 for boys in US births in 2017 SSA, peaked at #2240 for girls in 2013.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,588 | 68 | 38.1 |
| 2015 | #2,747 | 64 | 35.9 |
| 2016 | #2,766 | 62 | 35 |
| 2017 | #2,668 | 65 | 37.6 |
| 2018 | #2,967 | 55 | 32.3 |
| 2019 | #3,235 | 49 | 29.2 |
| 2020 | #3,231 | 48 | 29.7 |
| 2021 | #2,930 | 57 | 34.7 |
| 2022 | #3,320 | 48 | 29.3 |
| 2023 | #4,203 | 34 | 21.2 |
| 2024 | #3,275 | 48 | 29.6 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |