Beckett was a popular last name since the 12th century when the English Archbishop of Canterbury popularised the name. Beckett has been becoming more popular as a first name for boys in the last decade. Syllables: 2 English : from a diminutive of Beck 3 or, more rarely, of Beck 1.

Interestingly, Beckett in Devon originates from the Old English name Bicca, as it comprises its first root element. Beckett may have been also derived from the Old French Middle English language word beket, which may be a diminutive of the Old French word ‘bec’ which means a small beak or mouth.

Beckett is a valid name with English and Irish origins. It means 'bee hive, bee cottage, little brook, or beak'. The name gained popularity as a given name in 2003, and there is a connection to the Nobel prize winning author Samuel Beckett.

Beckett is of English origin and means ‘beholder’ or ‘keeper’. Bennett, on the other hand, is of Latin origin and means ‘blessed’. Everett: This name shares the same ending and has a similar rhythm as Beckett, but it is of English origin and means ‘universal’.