Brett vs Terry

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

Popularity Comparison

Brett Rank #1,061
Terry Rank #1,187

Brett is more popular, ranked #1061 vs #1187 for Terry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brett or Terry more popular?

Brett is more popular, ranked #1061 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Brett and Terry mean?

Brett means "a Breton, person from Brittany" (Celtic/Old French origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Brett and Terry boy or girl names?

Brett is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.

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