Brette is an uncommon given name of French origin, derived from the French word "bretelle," which means "shoulder strap." It is a unisex name but is more commonly used for females. The name Brette has been increasingly popular in recent years, with a small number of individuals bearing this name being born each year worldwide. It is often spelled without an accent on the 'e,' although it can also be found as "Brêtte" with the acute accent. There are no specific historical figures or characters associated with the name Brette.
The name Brette experienced significant popularity between 1982 and 1994, with over 20 births each year from 1982 to 1994, peaking at 28 births in 1994. However, its usage has since declined, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded from 1995 onwards, and as low as five births in some recent years like 2016 and 2018. Overall, the name Brette has been given to 595 newborns since 1962.