Bret

What does the baby name Bret mean? Learn about what Bret means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Bret - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Bret: B-R-E-T, is a 4-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Bret: bret
Meaning of Bret: From britain, a breton, a briton, a british, from great britain.
Origin of Bret: The name 'Bret' is of English origin. It is derived from the Old Breton name 'Breiz', which means 'from Brittany'. Brittany is a region in northwest France that has a rich cultural heritage and distinct Celtic roots.; American Names; Celtic Names; English Names; Irish Names; Scottish Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Bret: Breten; Bretin; Brett; Britt
Popularity of Bret: The popularity of the name 'Bret' has experienced fluctuations over the years. In the United States, the name gained some popularity in the mid-20th century but has since declined in usage. It is currently considered a less common name.; Bret currently has 33 likes, and is in the top 7% of liked boy's names. The name Hywel is slightly more popular than Bret.

Etymology of Bret

The name 'Bret' is a variant of the name 'Brett', which is derived from the Old French word 'bret', meaning 'a Breton'. The term 'Breton' refers to the people of Brittany, as mentioned earlier.

Cultural Significance of Bret

The name 'Bret' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. However, it does have connections to the cultural heritage of Brittany, a region known for its unique traditions, folklore, and Celtic influence.