Beckett Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBEK-it / /ˈbɛkɪt/English; Irish
Meaning
English: bee cottage; Irish: little one
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Beckett is derived from a surname meaning 'bee cottage,' often associated with places in England. In Irish tradition, it is a diminutive form, suggesting endearment or smallness.
Trend Summary
Beckett has seen a steady rise in usage as a modern name choice.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Becket
- Beck
International Variants
- Beckett (English)
- Becket (French)
Famous people named Beckett
Beckett Cook — author.
Beckett Fogg — artist.
Fictional characters named Beckett
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Beckett was first seen in the United States in 1992. Beckett has ranked as high as #288 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Illinois, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Beckett has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Beckett (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 159 | |
| OH | 118 | |
| MI | 93 | |
| FL | 84 | |
| GA | 83 | |
| WI | 83 | |
| NC | 82 | |
| IN | 82 | |
| IL | 77 | |
| MO | 76 | |
| PA | 73 | |
| CA | 66 | |
| TN | 65 | |
| MN | 63 | |
| IA | 59 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 35 |
| 2001 | 54 |
| 2002 | 58 |
| 2003 | 65 |
| 2004 | 134 |
| 2005 | 146 |
| 2006 | 281 |
| 2007 | 361 |
| 2008 | 577 |
| 2009 | 713 |
| 2010 | 860 |
| 2011 | 937 |
| 2012 | 1,042 |
| 2013 | 1,244 |
| 2014 | 1,525 |
| 2015 | 1,821 |
| 2016 | 1,839 |
| 2017 | 1,687 |
| 2018 | 1,652 |
| 2019 | 1,772 |
| 2020 | 1,810 |
| 2021 | 1,923 |
| 2022 | 1,963 |
| 2023 | 1,873 |
| 2024 | 2,186 |