Barrett vs Carter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barrett

Boy #186 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bear strength, brave as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

English American Germanic

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Boy #45 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"One who transports goods by cart; cart driver"

Origin: English

English American Scottish

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Barrett Rank #186

Carter Rank #45

Carter is more popular, ranked #45 vs #186 for Barrett.

Is Barrett or Carter more popular?

Carter is more popular, ranked #45 compared to Barrett at #186 in the United States.

What do Barrett and Carter mean?

Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin). Carter means "One who transports goods by cart; cart driver" (English origin).

Are Barrett and Carter boy or girl names?

Barrett is primarily a boy name. Carter is primarily a boy name.