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Bret

Boy name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Bret: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1987.

Of English origin, Bret is a variant of Brett, meaning "a Breton" or someone from Brittany. The name originally referred to the Celtic people of that northwestern French region. Notable bearers include Bret Harte, the 19th-century American short-story writer and poet known for his Gold Rush tales, and Bret Michaels, frontman of the rock band Poison. While Bret itself doesn't name a specific place, the Brittany region shares its etymological root, and the name is sometimes linked to the broader Celtic heritage. A less common spelling than Brett, Bret saw modest Scottish use in the late 20th century, often chosen for its straightforward, crisp sound.