Boy Name · Germanic Origin
Barrett
Barrett is a boy baby name of Germanic origin, meaning "Bear power". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Barrett often also consider Brett.
Barrett meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Bear power
Origin: Germanic naming roots help connect Barrett to related Germanic baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Barrett as B·A·R·R·E·T·T, with 7 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Barrett is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Barrett variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Barretta, Barrette, Barretty, Barret.
- Nicknames: Barr and B.
- Middle names: Pair Barrett with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Barrett middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Brett, Britt, Bartlett, Barret, Barth — full picks on the sibling names for Barrett guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Barrett? Browse our names like Barrett guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Barrett
What does the name Barrett mean?
Barrett means "Bear power" and is of Germanic origin.
What is the origin of Barrett?
Barrett originates in Germanic naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Barrett?
Barrett has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Barrett a boy's or girl's name?
Barrett is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Barrett in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Barrett sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Barrett?
Names that share Barrett's sound and style include Brett, Britt, Bartlett, Barret, Barth.
What middle names pair well with Barrett?
Good middle-name fits for Barrett pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Barrett is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Barrett is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Barrett?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Barrett share its rhythm without rhyming — Brett, Britt, Bartlett all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.