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BrettBretton

Name Origin

Brett is a masculine given name of English origin, primarily considered a shortened form of the surname Bretton. Bretton itself likely derives from the Old Breton personal name 'Breizh,' meaning 'Britain.' Therefore, Brett can be interpreted to mean 'Briton' or someone from Britain.

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Famous People

Brett Favre (1969-)

NFL Quarterback

  • 3x NFL MVP
  • Super Bowl XXXI Champion
  • NFL All-Time Passing Yardage Leader (at retirement)

Brett Easton Ellis (1964-)

Novelist

  • Author of controversial novels like 'American Psycho' and 'Less Than Zero'
  • Known for his dark satire and exploration of consumerism and violence

Brett Hull (1964-)

NHL Hockey Player

  • Hockey Hall of Famer
  • 741 career NHL goals (ranked 3rd all-time)
  • Stanley Cup Champion with the Dallas Stars (1999)

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Blake

Both Brett and Blake have a strong, masculine feel with similar origins in Scottish and English language.

Kyle

Brett and Kyle are both popular, classic names that share a friendly and approachable vibe.

Maeve

While Maeve is traditionally feminine, its Celtic origins complement Brett's Scottish roots, creating a balanced sibling set.