Meaning, origin, history
Barnet is an uncommon male given name of English origin. It is derived from the Middle English word "barnett," which means "from Barnstaple." Barnstaple is a town in Devon, England, and the name likely refers to someone who originated from this place. The name Barnet has not been widely used throughout history, but it does have some notable figures associated with it. For example, Sir William Barrett (also spelled Barnet) was a prominent English politician during the reign of King Henry VIII. Despite its rarity, Barnet remains an interesting and unique choice for a given name.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Barnet since 1880
Total births
221
Total since 1880
Peak year
1916
15 births
in 1954
5
Recent births (5 years)
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