Brett

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: From Brittany

Background: The name Brett originates from the Old French term 'Bret,' which refers to a native of Brittany, a region in France. This name reflects the influence of French on the English language following the Norman Conquest.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#216
Total births
162,372
Most popular decade
1980s (127,029 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-395 ranks)
Years in Top 100
21
First recorded year
1926

Gender usage

97.9% male 2.1% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1926
First year births
5
First year rank
#4,201
Peak year
1986
Peak year births
4,731
Peak rank
#69
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
205
Recent rank
#1,059

Female

First year
1950
First year births
7
First year rank
#4,315
Peak year
1986
Peak year births
175
Peak rank
#917
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
15
Recent rank
#7,223

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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