Brilliant

Meaning of Brilliant

Brilliant, pronounced BRIL-yuhnt (/ˈbrɪljənt/), is an English unisex name drawn from the adjective meaning “shining brightly” or “endowed with brilliance.” Its linguistic lineage runs through Old French brillant and the Latin brillare (“to glitter”), conjuring images of faceted gemstones as well as keen intellect. The name’s associations of luminosity, clarity and excellence align it with contemporary preferences for virtue-inspired and lexical choices. Though still uncommon—eight babies were named Brilliant in both 2022 and 2023, placing it near the 900th rank in the United States—it maintains a steady, if modest, presence. With its crisp two-syllable structure and straightforward pronunciation, Brilliant delivers a subtly bold statement for any gender, marrying modern creativity with a timeless sense of clarity.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as BRIL-yuhnt (/ˈbrɪljənt/)

• Radiant
• Luminous
• Shining
• Dazzling
• Sparkling
• Glowing
• Splendid