Brett Wilcox

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Brett Wilcox — from Brittany
123K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Brett Wilcox is a name that combines French origins. The first name Brett is a masculine given name of French origin. Brett is an Irish and English surname of Norman origin. It derives from an Old French ethnic name denoting to a Breton person. Bretts arrived in both Ireland and England via their respective Norman conquests. Irish Bretts are most numerous in County Tipperary, County Waterford and County Sligo. Brett is de Breit in the Irish language. The given name Brett derives from the surname and can be either masculine or feminine. The surname Wilcox: Albert Spencer Wilcox (1844–1919), businessman and politician in the Kingdom of Hawaii Alex Wilcox, airline executive and entrepreneur Alfred Wilcox (1884–1954), English recipient of the Victoria Cross Alonzo Wilcox (1810–1878), American politician Barry Wilcox (cyclist) (born 1978), American para-cyclist Benjamin M. Wilcox (1854–1912), New York politician Bryce "Zooko" Wilcox-O'Hearn, American cryptoengineer Cadmus M. Wilcox (1824–1890), U.S. Brett is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 123K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Brett reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Brett

Meaning: from Brittany

French

Brett is an Irish and English surname of Norman origin. It derives from an Old French ethnic name denoting to a Breton person. Bretts arrived in both Ireland and England via their respective Norman conquests. Irish Bretts are most numerous in County Tipperary, County Waterford and County Sligo. Brett is de Breit in the Irish language. The given name Brett derives from the surname and can be either masculine or feminine.

Surname: Wilcox

English

Albert Spencer Wilcox (1844–1919), businessman and politician in the Kingdom of Hawaii Alex Wilcox, airline executive and entrepreneur Alfred Wilcox (1884–1954), English recipient of the Victoria Cross Alonzo Wilcox (1810–1878), American politician Barry Wilcox (cyclist) (born 1978), American para-cyclist Benjamin M. Wilcox (1854–1912), New York politician Bryce "Zooko" Wilcox-O'Hearn, American cryptoengineer Cadmus M. Wilcox (1824–1890), U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Brett is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Brett by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Brett Wilcox

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Brett Wilcox:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Brett?
The first name Brett originates from French. Brett is an Irish and English surname of Norman origin. It derives from an Old French ethnic name denoting to a Breton person. Bretts arrived in both Ireland and England via their respective Norman conquests. Irish Bretts are most numerous in County Tipperary, County Waterford and County Sligo. Brett is de Breit in the Irish language. The given name Brett derives from the surname and can be either masculine or feminine.
When was Brett most popular?
The name Brett reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Wilcox?
The surname Wilcox originates from English. Albert Spencer Wilcox (1844–1919), businessman and politician in the Kingdom of Hawaii Alex Wilcox, airline executive and entrepreneur Alfred Wilcox (1884–1954), English recipient of the Victoria Cross Alonzo Wilcox (1810–1878), American politician Barry Wilcox (cyclist) (born 1978), American para-cyclist Benjamin M. Wilcox (1854–1912), New York politician Bryce "Zooko" Wilcox-O'Hearn, American cryptoengineer Cadmus M. Wilcox (1824–1890), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Brett Wilcox?
The name Brett Wilcox combines two different traditions: the first name Brett has French roots, while the surname Wilcox originates from English.
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