Brittany Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Brittany Name at a Glance

Name	Brittany
Meaning	Originally the ancient duchy of Bretagne in France. Celtic Bretons emigrated from France to become the Bretons of England.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Brittany Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Brittany means “Originally the ancient duchy of Bretagne in France. Celtic Bretons emigrated from France to become the Bretons of England”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Brittany Name Origin

Our database records Brittany under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Brittany a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Brittany is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Brittany

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