Britan, derived from the Latin name Britannicus, is of Latin origin and means 'of Britain'. It was initially used by the Romans to refer to a native or inhabitant of Britain. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages and was often associated with King Arthur's legend, where it was borne by one of his knights. Today, Britan remains a rare but distinctive given name for boys.
Between 1989 and 2011, there were a total of 11 babies named Britney born annually in the U.S., with slightly more born in 1989 (6) than in 2011 (5).