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Breck

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Pronounced BREK /ˈbrɛk/High

Meaning: From an Irish/Scottish surname, 'freckled; speckled' (from breac, 'speckled'); used as a modern given name for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Freckled; speckled: Breck is an Irish/Scottish surname-name. Warm and crisp (said 'BREK'). Routes layered; used for both.
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Origin LowIrish, Scottish
MeaningFrom an Irish/Scottish surname, 'freckled; speckled' (from breac, 'speckled'); used as a modern given name for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#10383 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2000
Total births (all-time)≈ 444

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200519702024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Breck comes from an Irish/Scottish surname, 'freckled; speckled' (from breac, 'speckled'), used as a modern given name for both sexes (routes layered). A crisp name (said 'BREK').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely, for both sexes. Rare, freckled at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Breck is 'freckled; speckled' in Irish/Scottish (from breac, 'speckled') — used as a modern given name for both sexes — a crisp choice (routes layered; said 'BREK').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Breck — Irish/Scottish surname; unisex; routes layered

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Breck mean?

Breck is Irish/Scottish for 'freckled; speckled' (from breac); used for both sexes. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Breck?

It's said BREK /ˈbrɛk/ — one syllable.

Is Breck a boy or girl name?

Breck is used for both; here it is listed as a girl's name.

How popular is Breck?

Breck is a very rare name in the U.S.

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