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Barrette

Pronunciation: [ b-er-EHT ]

Boy Name #20,865 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Barrette is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-er-EHT.

Parents who love the name Barrette often also consider Keary, Maribel, Flor .

Popularity Over Time

#20,865
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#20,865
Total SSA Count
6

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Nicknames

Bar Bay Barie Barrie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barrette

Is Barrette a boy or girl name?
Barrette is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Barrette?
Barrette is pronounced b-er-EHT.
How popular is the name Barrette?
Barrette is currently ranked #20865 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Barrette?
Common nicknames for Barrette include Bar, Bay, Barie, and Barrie.
Is Barrette a common or rare name?
Barrette is an uncommon name, ranked #20865 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Barrette

Barrette is a boy name .

Barrette is currently ranked #20,865 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Barrette include Bar, Bay, Barie, and Barrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Barrette include Barrett, Barron, Barry, Barret . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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