Briany is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Brinius, which is believed to have been an ethnic name originally given to a person from Britanny. The name means "from Brittany," referring to the region in northwest France. It was also used as a feminine form of Brian, a name with Irish origins meaning "high" or "noble." Briany is rare and unique, offering a distinctive alternative to more commonly used names like Brian or even Brianna.
"The name Briany saw a steady increase in popularity from 2000 to its peak in 2022, with a total of 323 babies named Briany born over the 23-year period."