gender neutral
Barrett
bear strength, mighty as a bear
About Barrett
The surname-turned-first-name Barrett brings sophistication and substance to any naming combination. With its two-syllable structure and strong phonetic presence, Barrett achieves balance between accessibility and distinction. This name has enjoyed steady appreciation among parents seeking alternatives to more common choices while maintaining traditional sensibility. Barrett suggests intellectual curiosity and creative thinking, perhaps due to its literary and artistic associations throughout history. The double 'r' and double 't' give the name visual and auditory weight, creating memorable impact. It's versatile across various cultural contexts and geographic locations, functioning smoothly in diverse settings. Barrett transitions effortlessly through life stages, working equally well for a young child discovering the world and a mature adult building a career. The name's inherent professionalism makes it particularly appealing to parents considering long-term implications of naming choices. With multiple nickname possibilities or the option to use the full name, Barrett provides flexibility as the child grows and develops preferences regarding his identity.
Popularity of the Name Barrett
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1886 | #976 | |
| 1889 | #884 | |
| 1954 | #919 | |
| 1955 | #898 | |
| 1956 | #953 | |
| 1957 | #956 | |
| 1958 | #891 | |
| 1959 | #902 | |
| 1960 | #875 | |
| 1961 | #838 | |
| 1962 | #769 | |
| 1963 | #843 | |
| 1964 | #799 | |
| 1965 | #847 | |
| 1966 | #827 | |
| 1967 | #794 | |
| 1968 | #809 | |
| 1969 | #696 | |
| 1970 | #825 | |
| 1971 | #767 | |
| 1972 | #683 | |
| 1973 | #683 | |
| 1974 | #700 | |
| 1975 | #669 | |
| 1976 | #655 | |
| 1977 | #684 | |
| 1978 | #691 | |
| 1979 | #636 | |
| 1980 | #636 | |
| 1981 | #506 | |
| 1982 | #564 | |
| 1983 | #564 | |
| 1984 | #599 | |
| 1985 | #575 | |
| 1986 | #610 | |
| 1987 | #648 | |
| 1988 | #652 | |
| 1989 | #701 | |
| 1990 | #696 | |
| 1991 | #763 | #943 |
| 1992 | #884 | #999 |
| 1993 | #816 | |
| 1994 | #870 | |
| 1995 | #860 | |
| 1996 | #907 | |
| 1997 | #928 | |
| 1998 | #992 | |
| 1999 | #882 | #820 |
| 2000 | #982 | #945 |
| 2001 | #882 | |
| 2002 | #923 | |
| 2003 | #844 | |
| 2004 | #778 | #939 |
| 2005 | #713 | #980 |
| 2006 | #765 | |
| 2007 | #662 | #776 |
| 2008 | #610 | |
| 2009 | #571 | |
| 2010 | #541 | #948 |
| 2011 | #436 | #810 |
| 2012 | #376 | #637 |
| 2013 | #359 | #679 |
| 2014 | #346 | #586 |
| 2015 | #313 | #409 |
| 2016 | #261 | #441 |
| 2017 | #234 | #376 |
| 2018 | #213 | #390 |
| 2019 | #209 | #334 |
| 2020 | #193 | #257 |
| 2021 | #193 | #303 |
| 2022 | #208 | #303 |
| 2023 | #206 | #340 |
| 2024 | #187 | #305 |
| 2025 | #171 | #312 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Barrett
- Barratt
- Barret
- Barrette
- Baret
Names Similar to Barrett
Nicknames for Barrett
- Bart
- Barry
- Ret
- Bear
Famous People Named Barrett
| Barrett Foa | American actor |
| Barrett Ruud | American football player |
| Barrett Hayton | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Barrett Brooks | American football player |
| Barrett Strong | American singer-songwriter |
| Barrett Brown | American journalist and activist |
| Barrett Robbins | American football player |
| Barrett Baber | American singer-songwriter |
| Barrett Jones | American football player |
| Barrett Martin | American drummer |
| Barrett Blade | American pornographic actor |
| Barrett Astin | American baseball player |
| Barrett Seaman | American author |
| Barrett Trotter | American football player |
| Barrett Riddleberger | American entrepreneur |
| Barrett Deems | American jazz drummer |
| Barrett Moore | American politician |
| Barrett Jackman | Canadian ice hockey player |
Characters Named Barrett
| Barrett Bonden | from the "Aubrey-Maturin" book series by Patrick O'Brian |
| Barrett Brown | from the "Covenant" series by John Everson |
| Barrett Fox | from the "Young Bond" book series by Charlie Higson |
| Barrett Holmes | from the "Sherlock Holmes" series by Arthur Conan Doyle |
| Barrett Wilson | from the "Stargate SG-1" TV series |
| Barrett Cobb | from the "Mortal Engines" book series by Philip Reeve |
| Barrett Blade | from the "Angel" TV series |
| Barrett Whalen | from the "Cold as Ice" book series by Julia DeVillers |
| Barrett Teller | from the "Perfect Chemistry" book series by Simone Elkeles |
| Barrett "Bear" Raines | from the "Alpha and Omega" book series by Patricia Briggs |
| Barrett Norris | from the "Dresden Files" book series by Jim Butcher |
| Barrett Meeks | from the novel "The Snow Queen" by Michael Cunningham |
| Barrett Kane | from the "Wingmen Warriors" book series by Catherine Mann |
| Barrett Cain | from the "The Resident" TV series |