Barrett Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBARE-it / /ˈbær.ɪt/English; Irish
Meaning
English: 'bear strength'; Irish: 'spear'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Barrett has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from the surname meaning 'bear strength.' In Irish, it is associated with the meaning 'spear.' The name has been used as both a first name and a surname, gaining popularity in various English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Barrett has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Barret
- Barratt
International Variants
- Barrett (English)
- Barret (French)
Famous people named Barrett
Barrett Foa is an American actor known for his role in the television series 'NCIS: Los Angeles.'.
Barrett Brown is an American journalist and activist recognized for his work on issues related to hacking and freedom of information.
Barrett Doss is an American actress known for her performances in 'Station 19' and 'The Code.'.
Barrett Strong is an American singer and songwriter famous for his contributions to Motown music.
Fictional characters named Barrett
Barrett Wallace is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy VII,' known for his role as a member of AVALANCHE.
Barrett is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his humorous personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Barrett was first seen in the United States in 1886. Barrett has ranked as high as #316 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Georgia, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Barrett has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Barrett (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 189 | |
| OH | 102 | |
| CA | 92 | |
| TN | 87 | |
| MI | 79 | |
| FL | 74 | |
| PA | 74 | |
| MO | 68 | |
| GA | 68 | |
| NC | 67 | |
| IN | 64 | |
| WA | 56 | |
| IL | 55 | |
| AL | 51 | |
| KY | 50 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 18 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1932 | 22 |
| 1933 | 20 |
| 1934 | 15 |
| 1935 | 24 |
| 1936 | 19 |
| 1937 | 25 |
| 1938 | 26 |
| 1939 | 30 |
| 1940 | 37 |
| 1941 | 31 |
| 1942 | 39 |
| 1943 | 41 |
| 1944 | 40 |
| 1945 | 39 |
| 1946 | 46 |
| 1947 | 32 |
| 1948 | 32 |
| 1949 | 28 |
| 1950 | 39 |
| 1951 | 48 |
| 1952 | 43 |
| 1953 | 44 |
| 1954 | 65 |
| 1955 | 69 |
| 1956 | 60 |
| 1957 | 63 |
| 1958 | 71 |
| 1959 | 72 |
| 1960 | 75 |
| 1961 | 84 |
| 1962 | 98 |
| 1963 | 81 |
| 1964 | 89 |
| 1965 | 75 |
| 1966 | 78 |
| 1967 | 84 |
| 1968 | 84 |
| 1969 | 129 |
| 1970 | 96 |
| 1971 | 114 |
| 1972 | 138 |
| 1973 | 136 |
| 1974 | 137 |
| 1975 | 152 |
| 1976 | 156 |
| 1977 | 153 |
| 1978 | 147 |
| 1979 | 183 |
| 1980 | 188 |
| 1981 | 276 |
| 1982 | 230 |
| 1983 | 223 |
| 1984 | 201 |
| 1985 | 233 |
| 1986 | 212 |
| 1987 | 203 |
| 1988 | 211 |
| 1989 | 195 |
| 1990 | 213 |
| 1991 | 178 |
| 1992 | 142 |
| 1993 | 167 |
| 1994 | 152 |
| 1995 | 157 |
| 1996 | 145 |
| 1997 | 146 |
| 1998 | 138 |
| 1999 | 171 |
| 2000 | 151 |
| 2001 | 178 |
| 2002 | 173 |
| 2003 | 205 |
| 2004 | 233 |
| 2005 | 286 |
| 2006 | 273 |
| 2007 | 362 |
| 2008 | 408 |
| 2009 | 464 |
| 2010 | 468 |
| 2011 | 626 |
| 2012 | 804 |
| 2013 | 878 |
| 2014 | 959 |
| 2015 | 1,142 |
| 2016 | 1,389 |
| 2017 | 1,612 |
| 2018 | 1,808 |
| 2019 | 1,863 |
| 2020 | 2,010 |
| 2021 | 1,962 |
| 2022 | 1,788 |
| 2023 | 1,786 |
| 2024 | 1,984 |