How Many People Are Named Brinley?
Complete statistics for the name Brinley: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Brinley is a very rare female name, with only 13,062 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 25,264 Americans. It peaked in popularity in 2017 with 1,007 births, and its average age is just 11, with nearly everyone under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 11All 13,155 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2017Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Brinley Through the Generations
Brinley has seen a steady rise in popularity over the years, becoming a favorite among parents looking for a modern name. With 13,155 total births recorded since its inception, the name has gained traction particularly in recent decades. As of now, the majority of people named Brinley are under 30, indicating its status as a genuinely contemporary choice. The name's origins trace back to a specific cultural context, adding depth to its appeal and uniqueness.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Brinley's Welsh roots
📄 About the Name Brinley
How Many People Have the Name Brinley?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,045 people in the United States currently share the name Brinley. That works out to roughly 1 in every 317,176 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Brinley a Common or Rare Name?
Brinley is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Brinley in SSA data, approximately 1% are male and 99% are female.
When Was Brinley Most Popular?
The name Brinley reached peak popularity in 2017, with 1,007 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Brinley?
Approximately 1,045 people named Brinley live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,045. That works out to roughly 1 in 317,176 Americans.
Is Brinley a rare name?
Brinley is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 317,176 Americans has this name.
What does the name Brinley mean?
The meaning and origin of Brinley are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Brinley more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 1% of people named Brinley are male and 99% are female.
When was Brinley most popular?
Brinley peaked in 2017 with 1,007 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.