Brittany Schmid

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Brittany Schmid — from Brittany
181K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Brittany Schmid is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Brittany is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. Brittany is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. The name comes from the historical country of Brittany, which is now a part of France. This name was first used in the United States in the early 1970s, and peaked in usage during the 1990s. Brittany ranked #934 on the US Popular Names in 2021. Notable people named Brittany, Britney, Brittney, Brittani, Brittanie or Britnee include those listed below. Brittny is a similar name. The surname Schmid: Aglaja Schmid (1926–2003), Austrian stage and film actress Akira Schmid (born 2000), Swiss ice hockey player Al Schmid (1920–1982), American marine Alex P. Schmid (born 1943), Dutch scientist on terror Alexander Schmid (born 1994), German alpine skier Andi Schmid, Austrian luger and skeleton racer Andy Schmid (born 1983), Swiss handballer Anka Schmid (born 1961), Swiss film director, screenwriter and video artist Anna Katharina Schmid (born 1989), Swiss pole vaulter Anne-Françoise Schmid (born 1949), Swiss-born French philosopher Anthony Schmid (born 1999), Austrian football player Anton Schmi. Brittany is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 181K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Brittany reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Brittany

Meaning: from Brittany

Celtic

Brittany is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. The name comes from the historical country of Brittany, which is now a part of France. This name was first used in the United States in the early 1970s, and peaked in usage during the 1990s. Brittany ranked #934 on the US Popular Names in 2021. Notable people named Brittany, Britney, Brittney, Brittani, Brittanie or Britnee include those listed below. Brittny is a similar name.

Surname: Schmid

French

Aglaja Schmid (1926–2003), Austrian stage and film actress Akira Schmid (born 2000), Swiss ice hockey player Al Schmid (1920–1982), American marine Alex P. Schmid (born 1943), Dutch scientist on terror Alexander Schmid (born 1994), German alpine skier Andi Schmid, Austrian luger and skeleton racer Andy Schmid (born 1983), Swiss handballer Anka Schmid (born 1961), Swiss film director, screenwriter and video artist Anna Katharina Schmid (born 1989), Swiss pole vaulter Anne-Françoise Schmid (born 1949), Swiss-born French philosopher Anthony Schmid (born 1999), Austrian football player Anton Schmi.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Brittany is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Brittany by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Brittany Schmid

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Brittany Schmid:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Brittany?
The first name Brittany originates from Celtic. Brittany is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. The name comes from the historical country of Brittany, which is now a part of France. This name was first used in the United States in the early 1970s, and peaked in usage during the 1990s. Brittany ranked #934 on the US Popular Names in 2021. Notable people named Brittany, Britney, Brittney, Brittani, Brittanie or Britnee include those listed below. Brittny is a similar name.
When was Brittany most popular?
The name Brittany reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Schmid?
The surname Schmid originates from French. Aglaja Schmid (1926–2003), Austrian stage and film actress Akira Schmid (born 2000), Swiss ice hockey player Al Schmid (1920–1982), American marine Alex P. Schmid (born 1943), Dutch scientist on terror Alexander Schmid (born 1994), German alpine skier Andi Schmid, Austrian luger and skeleton racer Andy Schmid (born 1983), Swiss handballer Anka Schmid (born 1961), Swiss film director, screenwriter and video artist Anna Katharina Schmid (born 1989), Swiss pole vaulter Anne-Françoise Schmid (born 1949), Swiss-born French philosopher Anthony Schmid (born 1999), Austrian football player Anton Schmi.
What are the origins of the name Brittany Schmid?
The name Brittany Schmid combines two different traditions: the first name Brittany has Celtic roots, while the surname Schmid originates from French.
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