Barnett Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: BAR-net //ˈbɑːrnɛt//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: Son of Bernard; Hebrew: Son of the covenant
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Barnett has its roots in the Old French name "Bernard," which itself originates from the Germanic elements "ber" meaning "bear" and "hard" meaning "brave" or "hardy." The name was introduced to England after the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where it evolved into various forms, including Barnet and Barnett. The transition into English reflects the linguistic blending that occurred during this period, as Old French and Old English interacted extensively.
Historically, the name Barnett has been borne by notable figures, particularly in the medieval period. One significant milestone is its association with the English town of Barnet, which is linked to the Battle of Barnet in 1471, a pivotal conflict in the Wars of the Roses.
The battle was fought between the forces of Edward IV and those of the Earl of Warwick, marking a crucial point in the struggle for the English throne. The name has also appeared in various historical documents and records, indicating its usage among the nobility and common folk alike.
Culturally, the name Barnett has been associated with strength and resilience, reflecting its etymological roots. The bear, as a symbol of bravery and power, has resonated through various cultures, further enhancing the name's significance.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as Barney have emerged, providing a more familiar or affectionate variant while maintaining the original's connotations. Overall, Barnett carries a rich historical and cultural legacy, rooted in its Germanic origins and shaped by significant historical events.
Famous people named Barnett
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Barnett Newman was an artist best known for his contributions to abstract expressionism and color field painting.
Barnett R. Brickner was a physician best known for his work in the field of medicine and public health.
Barnett C. Cohen was a scientist best known for his research in the field of physics and engineering.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Barnett was first seen in the United States in 1880.
Barnett has ranked as high as #2390 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in New York, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Barnett has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Barnett is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Barnett was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Barnett.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2009 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1990 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1987 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1984 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1982 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1981 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1980 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1979 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1976 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1975 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1973 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1971 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1970 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1969 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1967 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1966 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1964 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1963 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1962 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1961 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1960 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1959 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1958 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1957 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1956 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1955 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1954 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1953 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1952 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1951 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1950 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1949 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1948 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1947 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1946 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1945 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1944 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 1943 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1942 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 1941 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1940 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1939 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1938 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1937 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1936 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1935 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1934 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1933 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1932 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 1931 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1930 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1929 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 1928 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1927 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1926 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1925 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1924 | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| 1923 | 36 | 36 | 0 |
| 1922 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 1921 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1920 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 1919 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1918 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1917 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 1916 | 32 | 32 | 0 |
| 1915 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1914 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 1913 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1912 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1911 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1910 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1909 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1907 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1906 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1903 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1900 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1899 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1898 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1897 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1896 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1894 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1880 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Barnett (1952)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |