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Barrett: Meaning, Origin & Numerology

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What does Barrett mean?

Barrett is a German boy's name meaning “bear strength”.

This German name has been cherished by parents seeking European heritage and cultural tradition.

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Origin & History

Barrett represents the rich tapestry of Western European heritage, drawing from centuries of cultural, linguistic, and historical traditions across major European nations. Western European names often reflect the continent's diverse influences, from Germanic roots to Romance languages, offering both historical depth and contemporary appeal.

Numerology of Barrett

Pythagorean Number

3

The Communicator

Key Traits

Creative, expressive, social

Ruling Planet

♃Jupiter

Planetary Traits

Expansion, wisdom, optimism

Names with numerology number 3 pair well with Life Paths 3, 6, 9. Check compatibility with your due date

Learn about Life Path 3: The Communicator♃ Jupiter in Numerology

The letters of Barrett

7 letters: 2 vowels, 5 consonants.

  1. B2
  2. A1
  3. R9
  4. R9
  5. E5
  6. T2
  7. T2

Vowels (shaded): A, E.

Expression

3

The Creative

all letters

2 + 1 + 9 + 9 + 5 + 2 + 2 = 30 → 3

Soul Urge

6

Love & family

vowels

1 + 5 = 6

Personality

6

Nurturing

consonants

2 + 9 + 9 + 2 + 2 = 24 → 6

Popularity of Barrett

Current Rank

#171

Peak Year

2020

Total Births

31,284

Barrett is a trending modern name, peaking in 2020.

Barrett in the 2025 Social Security ranking

#171

on the 2025 boys' list, and #3725 on the girls' list.

Source: US Social Security baby name data, 2025.

  1. #167Jayce
  2. #168Beckham
  3. #169Jett
  4. #170Matias
  5. #171Barrett
  6. #172Braxton
  7. #174Nico
  8. #175Felix

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Names that share Barrett's numbers

Barrett: Expression 3, Soul Urge 6, Personality 6.

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Names that begin like Barrett: Bar-

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Barrett mean?
Barrett is a German name meaning "bear strength." It belongs to the Western European family of names, carrying European heritage and cultural tradition.
What is the numerology number for Barrett?
In Pythagorean numerology, Barrett has the number 3, known as The Communicator. Key traits include: Creative, expressive, social. This number is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion, wisdom, optimism.
Is Barrett a popular baby name?
Barrett is moderately popular, ranking #171 among baby names.
What origin is the name Barrett?
Barrett is a German name from the Western European tradition. Barrett represents the rich tapestry of Western European heritage, drawing from centuries of cultural, linguistic, and historical traditions across major European nations. Western European names often reflect the continent's diverse influences, from Germanic roots to Romance languages, offering both historical depth and contemporary appeal.
Is Barrett compatible with my baby's birth date?
Name compatibility depends on your baby's Life Path number, which is calculated from their birth date. Barrett (Number 3) pairs well with Life Paths 3, 6, 9. You can check the exact compatibility score for free at namestory.app/try by entering your due date and the name Barrett.

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