Barrett is a surname of Norman origin, derived from the Old French word 'barret', which means 'hood' or 'cap'. It was originally an occupational name for a maker or seller of hats. The first recorded use of Barrett as a given name was in the 19th century, likely influenced by its popularity as a surname. Today, Barrett is considered a modern and stylish choice for baby boys.
The name Barrett experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years. It started with a low of 5 births in 1965 and 1980, reaching its first peak of 17 births in 1993. After several years of moderate popularity, it surged again to reach an all-time high of 36 births in 2018, followed by another peak of 35 births in 2021. Overall, there were a total of 924 births named Barrett from 1965 to 2023.