Barrett
boy name#171 in 2025Barrett entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #171 in 2025, ranks #171 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1886–2025
#171
rank today
#171
peak (2025)
2,138
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #919 |
| 1900s | #1200 |
| 1910s | #2316 |
| 1920s | #2097 |
| 1930s | #1579 |
| 1940s | #1141 |
| 1950s | #989 |
| 1960s | #810 |
| 1970s | #699 |
| 1980s | #606 |
| 1990s | #862 |
| 2000s | #773 |
| 2010s | #329 |
| 2020s | #193 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Barrett has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, California.
Living bearers
About 32,000 people named Barrett are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Barrett is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Barrett in 2025?
- Barrett ranks #171 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,138 babies given the name.
- When was the name Barrett most popular?
- Barrett peaked in 2025, reaching #171 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Barrett with classmates?
- Barrett will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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