Barrett
b(a)-rre-tt
US Popularity:380
Origin:German
Meaning:Strife; Warlike people; Bear strength
Barrett is a gender-neutral name whose origin is difficult to pin down. Barrett may be an old surname from Middle English, meaning “strife,” or an Irish surname of Norman descent, meaning “bear strength” or “warlike people.” Some sources suggest it has French and German roots, too. Barrett first featured in the charts in the 1880s, not appearing again until 1954 for reasons as mysterious as its origins. However, Barrett has a noble sophistication that outshines any negativity and confusion. Regardless of its history, there’s no denying that Barrett carries a refined aura that will help baby go far in life.
Barrett Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Barrett is currently #1120 on The Bump
Boy:Barrett is currently #813 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Barrett is currently #619 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Barrett is currently #380 in U.S. births
Boy:Barrett is currently #371 in U.S. births
Girl:Barrett is currently #8375 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#8383
in 2022
- 1069
from 2021
Sources
Ancestry, Barrett Family History
Behind the Name, Barrett, December 2022
SurnameDB, Last name: Barrett
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 348
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