Gared Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAIR-ed / /ˈɡɛr.əd/English; Irish
Meaning
English: guardian; Irish: spear strength
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Gared is often considered a variant of the name Garrett, which has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from the Old French name Gerard, meaning 'brave with a spear.' The Irish variant is linked to the Gaelic name Gearóid, which carries similar connotations of strength. Gared is less common than its variants but has gained some recognition in modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
Gared is a relatively uncommon name in the United States, with limited popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Garrett
- Garrad
International Variants
- Gérard (French)
- Gerardo (Spanish)
Famous people named Gared
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Fictional characters named Gared
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gared was first seen in the United States in 1969. Gared has ranked as high as #1182 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Gared has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gared (2006)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |