Briel is a unique, contemporary given name of unclear etymology. Pronounced /ˈbriːəl/, it is often associated with the French surname 'Brière', which means 'by the brook'. However, Briel as a first name has gained popularity independently in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often used as an alternative to traditional names like Brian or Brielle, offering a fresh and distinctive option for parents seeking something less common.
The name Briel has seen varied popularity over time, with significant fluctuations in the number of births each year. The earliest recorded year is 1987, with just 5 births, followed by a notable increase to 6 in 1989. The peak of Briel's popularity appears to be around the mid-1990s, with a high of 25 births in 1995 and consistently high numbers until 2000. However, there was a significant drop in popularity after that, with fewer than 20 births per year from 2001 to 2006.
Interestingly, Briel's popularity began to rise again around the late 2000s, reaching its highest point in recent years with 39 births in 2012. Since then, it has fluctuated but generally maintained a consistent level of popularity, with around 15-30 births per year up until 2022. The total number of births from 1987 to 2023 is 703.