Bretton
Pronunciation: [ br-EHT-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Bretton first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 1,095 babies have been named Bretton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Bretton is past its peak , currently ranked #19,175 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,175
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Latin-English origin
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About the Name Bretton
Bretton is a boy name .
Bretton is currently ranked #19,175 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Bretton include Bre, Bry, Breie, and Bretie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Bretton include Brett, Bret . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis