Brienne is a compelling and unique given name of French origin, derived from the region of Brie, famous for its cheese. It is pronounced as 'bree-ehn', with the emphasis on the first syllable. This name has gained popularity in recent times due to its use in popular culture, such as in the television series Game of Thrones, where it is carried by a prominent character. Brienne is a unisex name but is more commonly given to females.
"Brienne was quite popular in 1980 with five births that year."