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Name Origin

Bret is a masculine given name of Breton origin. It is a shortened form of the Breton name 'Breiz'. Breiz refers to Brittany, a region in northwestern France.

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Famous People

Bret Easton Ellis (1964-)

Novelist

  • Author of controversial novels such as 'American Psycho' and 'Less Than Zero'
  • Known for his dark and satirical portrayals of contemporary society

Bret Hart (1957-)

Professional Wrestler

  • WWE Hall of Famer
  • Five-time WWF World Heavyweight Champion
  • Known as 'The Hitman'

Similar Names

Brett

Sibling Names

Blaine

Both Blaine and Bret share a similar strong, masculine sound with a touch of classic charm.

Rhys

Both names have Welsh origins and evoke a sense of strength and resilience.

Rowan

Rowan, like Bret, is a nature-inspired name with a grounding and earthy feel.