| Meaning | bee cottage, little brook |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Beckett |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Beck-ett |
About Beckett
Trendy yet timeless, this name has captured the hearts of modern parents seeking literary sophistication with accessible charm. Beckett strikes an ideal balance between being recognizable and distinctive, familiar enough to avoid constant spelling corrections while unique enough to stand out. The name carries artistic and intellectual associations, bringing to mind writers, thinkers, and creative spirits throughout history. Its strong consonants give it a masculine edge while the "-ett" ending adds a touch of refinement that softens the overall effect. Beckett adapts beautifully to various nickname options, from the cute "Beck" for a young child to the full formal version for professional settings. The name has witnessed a surge in popularity recently, reflecting its appeal to contemporary sensibilities while maintaining classical undertones. Parents choosing Beckett often appreciate names that feel current without being fleeting fads, offering their son a name that will remain relevant throughout the decades. The surname-as-first-name trend reaches one of its finest expressions in Beckett.
Variations of Name Beckett
| Beckitt |
| Bekett |
| Beckit |
Nicknames for Beckett
| Beck |
| Becky |
| Kett |
| Bex |
Famous People Named Beckett
| Samuel Beckett | Irish playwright and novelist |
| David Beckham | English former professional footballer |
| Beck Bennett | American actor and comedian |
| Josh Beckett | American former professional baseball player |
| Beckett O'Brien | Australian rugby league player |
| Beckett Barnes | American musician and songwriter |
| Beckett Armstrong | British racecar driver |
| Tom Beckett | American actor |
| Beckett Cypher | American musician and son of Melissa Etheridge |
| Beckett Keery | Son of actor Joe Keery |
| Beckett Ryan Joyce | Son of magician and illusionist Lance Burton |
| Beckett Sage Papale | Son of former NFL player Vince Papale |
| Beckett Richard Halsey | Son of actor Jason Priestley |
| Beckett Lee Whiteley | Son of Australian model Megan Gale |
| Beckett Robert Lee Willis | Son of British actress Emma Willis |
| Beckett Finn Pasdar | Son of actor Adrian Pasdar and singer Natalie Maines |
| Beckett Sage Taylor | Son of actor Breckin Meyer |
| Beckett Thomas Strickland | Son of singer Martina McBride |
| Beckett Paul Knightley | Son of reality TV personality Sam Faiers |
| Beckett Stephen Bowyer | Son of NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer |
Characters Named Beckett
| Samuel Beckett | Character in the video game "Metal Gear Solid 2" |
| Beckett Ryan | Character in the TV show "Castle" |
| Beckett Warner | Character in the TV show "The Bold and the Beautiful" |
| Beckett Mariner | Character in the TV show "Star Trek - Lower Decks" |
| Beckett Taylor | Character in the TV show "The Rookie" |
| Beckett Fowl | Character in the "Artemis Fowl" book series |
| Beckett McKinley | Character in the TV show "Veronica Mars" |