Briony

The name Briony is of Latin origin and the meaning of Briony is 'to germinate' or 'to be abundant'. In Ancient Greek, the name meant 'to grow profusely'. It is a variant of the term Bryony, which is a climbing hedgerow plant or a herbaceous vine, known for their lobe-shaped leaves, belonging to the genus Bryonia. The name is quite popular as it has been often used as a character's name in novels, TV shows and movies, such as Briony Tallis in 'The Atonement' (written by Ian McEwan) and Sister Briony in 'Black Narcissus' (written by Rumer Godden). There are also many famous personalities with the name Briony; Briony Nehets and Briony Williams are both actresses from Australia, whilst Briony Horgan is a scientist, famous for her research into planetary science.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

to sprout

Origin

Spelling variation of Bryony

Numerology

B is for bloom, your glow of life.

R is for realist, the way you are.

I is for ideals, no higher!

O is for ornate, nothing plain here!

N is for name, a pleasant one indeed.

Y is for yearn, your innermost desires.

Lucky

Briony lucky number is 2.

Within numerology, the 2 vibration assumes the role of the mediator, creating harmony by bringing together dissonant forces through compassion, empathy, and kindness. 2 is linked to psychic abilities and intuition, and if this number appears as a Life Path or Destiny Number, the individual will be astute to subtle energy shifts and emotional nuances. Because 2 is so sensitive, it is very conflict-averse, and can end up feeling under-appreciated or unacknowledged. 2 must avoid seeking external validation and, instead, realize that perfect equilibrium needed already exists within.

Famous People Named Briony

• Antoinette Cellier English actress
• Antoinette Meyer Swiss skier
• Antoinette Geraldine Mackeson Sandbach, Welsh MP

Briony in Pop Culture

• Mrs. Dinah Delacroix formerly Diana Piggott (Dicey), character in Elizabeth Bowen's "The Little Girls" (1964)
• Miss Dinah Perfect old lady given to table,rapping in Sheridan Le Fanu's "All in the Dark" (1866)
• Dinah Sachs main character in Susanna Kaysen's "Asa, As I Knew Him" (1987)
• Dinah character in anime "Sailor Moon"
• Dinah Marler character on American soap "Guiding Light"