Originating from Breton, an ancient Celtic language spoken in Brittany, France, 'Brittany' is a unique and distinctive female given name. It is derived from the word 'Breton', which means 'of Britain'. Historically, Brittany has been associated with Cornwall and Wales due to their shared Celtic roots. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century, likely influenced by the region's growing reputation as a tourist destination.
The name Brittany experienced a slight decline in popularity between 1989 and 1990, with 7 births recorded in the former year and 5 in the latter. Overall, there were 12 babies named Brittany born during these two years combined.