Advice or counsel
Rett is a modern, shortened variation of the Dutch and Germanic name Rhett. It is derived from the surname de Raedt, which originates from the Middle Dutch word 'raet', meaning advice or counsel. While traditionally a surname, it gained popularity as a given name in the United States following the mid-20th century.
Less common today
Rett isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,483 in 1990.
American singer-songwriter and producer
Collegiate baseball player
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
