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Brett vs Bobby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brett

Boy #1,061 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"a Breton, person from Brittany"

Origin: Celtic/Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,061
Total SSA Count
205
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bobby

Boy #1,126 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,126
Total SSA Count
189
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brett Rank #1,061
Bobby Rank #1,126

Brett is more popular, ranked #1061 vs #1126 for Bobby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brett or Bobby more popular?

Brett is more popular, ranked #1061 compared to Bobby at #1126 in the United States.

What do Brett and Bobby mean?

Brett means "a Breton, person from Brittany" (Celtic/Old French origin). Bobby means "bright fame" (Old High German origin).

Are Brett and Bobby boy or girl names?

Brett is primarily a boy name. Bobby is primarily a boy name.

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