Quick answer
Briseis is a girl name.
Pronunciation: English /bɹaɪ.ˈsiː.ɪs/.
Meaning and history
Patronymic derived from Βρισεύς (Briseus), a Greek name of unknown meaning. In Greek mythology Briseis (real name Hippodameia) was the daughter of Briseus. She was captured during the Trojan War by Achilles. After Agamemnon took her away from him, Achilles refused to fight in the war.
Notes and context
Usage: greek mythology | Ancient Greek: Βρισηΐς