British name Meaning and Dictionary
- Name
- British
- Name Meaning
- This name lacks a known meaning yet.
- Definition
- It is the nationality of the people who reside in the United Kingdom.
- Pronunciations
- Briish
- british
- Brit-ish
- Bri-tish
- IPA Notation
- bɹɪˈtɪʃ
- Syllable
- British Syllable count: There are 2 syllables in the name British
- Divide British into syllables: Brit-ish
- Stressed syllable in British: Brit-ish
- Sentences
- Meghan accuses British royals of racism, says they pushed ...
- Meghan's Oprah interview sees U.S. Twitter goad British ...
- Oprah calls out British tabloid headlines attacking Meghan ...
- British ports say they are not ready for Brexit customs checks
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British Overview and Analysis
British Gender statistics
The name British is typically used for Girls. Its a Feminine name with clear gender identification.
Popularity of the name British
The name British is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 30,475th most popular name in the Namedary database.
| Country | In-Country Rank | Population Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 21,467 | 0% |
| Australia | 42,786 | 0% |
| New Zealand | 45,407 | 0% |
| United Kingdom | 74,083 | 0% |
| Canada | 101,762 | 0% |
Where to find British?
The name British is predominantly found in United States (US), particularly in the state of Illinois (IL), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.
British Usage Trend Over Time
In recent years, the trend of using the name British has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name British was most used in 1989 with a usage rate of 36.84%. It was least used in 1990 with a usage rate of 26.32%.
To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.
Similar Names to British
Names with a Similar Sound to British
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Two Syllable Names Similar to British
Here is a list of 2 syllable baby names that have the same syllable structure as British:
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Names starting with B
The name British begins with the letter B. Here is a list of names that start with the letter B, similar to British:
- Berenize
- Brunetta
- Bronach
- Bozhidara
- Buddug
- Bellamie
- Bradi
- Bailea
- Birda
- Benetta
- Brenetta
- Bre
- Brookley
- Bernelle
- Bernece
- Bunnie
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Origin and History of the name British
An adjective name that probably won't be used for a baby born in the UK.Short-form Brit is reminiscent of the late 20th-century favorite, Brittany.
British in Chinese
Boy names translation to Chinese
- Translation
- 布提石
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : bù tí shí
Girl names translation to Chinese
- Translation
- 布迪斯
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : bù dí sī
British in Numerology
| B | R | I | T | I | S | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 9 | |||||
| 2 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):
- Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 9
- Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 22
- Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 4
Conclusions about the name British
Should you named your daughter British?
According to the gender statistics, the name British is strongly associated with girls. This is because the name British is most commonly given to girls. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named British is a girl.
British is a gender-appropriate name for a daughter. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a son.
Is British a good name?
The name British strike a harmonious balance between being easy to pronounce and possessing a touch of personality. The name British offer a pleasing cadence and a hint of individuality, making them a popular choice for parents.
What are the Pros and Cons of the name British?
Pros of the name British:
- Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
- Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
- May not become dated: If British has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.
Cons of the name British:
- Potential for spelling and pronunciation difficulties: People may not be familiar with the name British, so they may have trouble spelling or pronouncing it.
- Potential for teasing: Children with extremely rare names are sometimes teased because their name is different.
- May not be easily recognizable: If British is not familiar to people, they may not be able to easily identify your child.
- May not be appropriate for all cultures: Some names may be considered offensive or inappropriate in certain cultures.
- May be difficult to find a matching nickname: If you are looking for a nickname for your child, it may be difficult to find one that fits with British.
- May be difficult to find personalized items: If you want to buy personalized items for your child, such as clothes or toys, it may be difficult to find them with their rare name on them.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child British is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.