Briony

Briony is a girl's name of Greek origin that evokes images of climbing vines and bright green leaves. Briony is a respelling of Bryony, a title that comes from the name of a species of climbing plant. This plant species, the Bryonia, gets its name from the Greek word bryo, which means “to swell” or “to grow luxuriantly.” A nature-loving parent seeking a botanical-inspired moniker for their little one will delight in this rare and standout name. Briony may become even richer in symbolism as baby grows older and begins to flourish in personality and talent. Similar in sound to Brianna and Bronwyn, Briony has a rare quality that makes it sound fresh and modern while also remaining classic and timeless.