Brett
boy name#1382 in 2025Brett entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #69 in 1986, ranks #1382 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1926–2025
#1382
rank today
#69
peak (1986)
133
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4080 |
| 1930s | #3259 |
| 1940s | #1204 |
| 1950s | #344 |
| 1960s | #127 |
| 1970s | #97 |
| 1980s | #76 |
| 1990s | #108 |
| 2000s | #257 |
| 2010s | #666 |
| 2020s | #1097 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Brett has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 147,000 people named Brett are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brett alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brett in 2025?
- Brett ranks #1382 among US boy names in 2025, with 133 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brett most popular?
- Brett peaked in 1986, reaching #69 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brett with classmates?
- Brett will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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