The nameBrieuc
Brieuc is a French boy's name of Breton origin, that of the saint who founded the town of Saint-Brieuc.
- Boy's name
- Breton
Meaning
The meaning of Brieuc is debated. It is often linked to a Celtic root meaning "high".
Origin
Breton. Saint Brieuc, a monk who came from Britain, is one of the seven founding saints of Brittany.
History
The name has spread beyond Brittany since the 1990s.
Popularity of the name Brieuc
Brieuc in France
Brieuc was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 870 births over the decade, 31% of all recorded babies named Brieuc. Its rise began around 1974, and it peaked in 2001. Half of all babies named Brieuc in France were born before 2002. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 35 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Brieuc mean?
The meaning of Brieuc is debated. It is often linked to a Celtic root meaning "high".
What is the origin of the name Brieuc?
Breton. Saint Brieuc, a monk who came from Britain, is one of the seven founding saints of Brittany.
Is Brieuc a girl's or a boy's name?
Brieuc is a boy's name.