Garfield Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAR-field / /ˈɡɑːr.fɪld/English; Old French
Meaning
English: spear field; Old French: from the town of Garfiel
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Garfield has English origins, derived from a combination of the elements 'gar' meaning spear and 'field' meaning open land. It gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in the United States. The name is also associated with the surname of U.S. President James A. Garfield, which contributed to its recognition. Additionally, it has been used in popular culture, notably in the comic strip featuring the character Garfield the cat.
Trend Summary
Garfield experienced a peak in popularity in the late 19th century and has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gar
- Field
International Variants
- Garfiel (Spanish)
Famous people named Garfield
Garfield Sobers is a former West Indian cricketer, widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of the sport.
Garfield Ellis is a Jamaican author known for his novels and short stories that explore themes of identity and culture.
Garfield Weston was a British businessman and philanthropist, known for his contributions to the retail industry and charitable causes.
Fictional characters named Garfield
Garfield is the titular character in the comic strip created by Jim Davis, known for his love of lasagna and disdain for Mondays.
Garfield the cat appears in various animated television series and movies, often showcasing his humorous interactions with his owner Jon Arbuckle.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Garfield was first seen in the United States in 1880. Garfield has ranked as high as #178 nationally, which occurred in 1881, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, New York, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Garfield has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Garfield (1999)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 122 |
1881 | 147 |
1882 | 69 |
1883 | 49 |
1884 | 30 |
1885 | 34 |
1886 | 38 |
1887 | 26 |
1888 | 31 |
1889 | 29 |
1890 | 28 |
1891 | 23 |
1892 | 26 |
1893 | 12 |
1894 | 20 |
1895 | 15 |
1896 | 20 |
1897 | 18 |
1898 | 22 |
1899 | 19 |
1900 | 32 |
1901 | 24 |
1902 | 26 |
1903 | 19 |
1904 | 31 |
1905 | 23 |
1906 | 31 |
1907 | 37 |
1908 | 29 |
1909 | 35 |
1910 | 43 |
1911 | 38 |
1912 | 57 |
1913 | 70 |
1914 | 81 |
1915 | 101 |
1916 | 98 |
1917 | 101 |
1918 | 119 |
1919 | 111 |
1920 | 104 |
1921 | 102 |
1922 | 104 |
1923 | 99 |
1924 | 94 |
1925 | 95 |
1926 | 86 |
1927 | 97 |
1928 | 74 |
1929 | 77 |
1930 | 72 |
1931 | 70 |
1932 | 69 |
1933 | 54 |
1934 | 60 |
1935 | 54 |
1936 | 48 |
1937 | 54 |
1938 | 63 |
1939 | 67 |
1940 | 79 |
1941 | 70 |
1942 | 62 |
1943 | 42 |
1944 | 66 |
1945 | 59 |
1946 | 61 |
1947 | 48 |
1948 | 62 |
1949 | 67 |
1950 | 70 |
1951 | 43 |
1952 | 69 |
1953 | 69 |
1954 | 50 |
1955 | 43 |
1956 | 49 |
1957 | 46 |
1958 | 39 |
1959 | 31 |
1960 | 31 |
1961 | 46 |
1962 | 26 |
1963 | 47 |
1964 | 34 |
1965 | 29 |
1966 | 25 |
1967 | 33 |
1968 | 27 |
1969 | 35 |
1970 | 28 |
1971 | 21 |
1972 | 26 |
1973 | 17 |
1974 | 28 |
1975 | 23 |
1976 | 16 |
1977 | 20 |
1978 | 24 |
1979 | 15 |
1980 | 17 |
1981 | 23 |
1982 | 14 |
1983 | 18 |
1984 | 19 |
1985 | 9 |
1986 | 9 |
1987 | 20 |
1988 | 12 |
1989 | 18 |
1990 | 26 |
1991 | 17 |
1992 | 20 |
1993 | 10 |
1994 | 26 |
1995 | 12 |
1996 | 11 |
1997 | 14 |
1998 | 13 |
1999 | 14 |
2000 | 12 |
2001 | 11 |
2002 | 11 |
2003 | 13 |
2004 | 11 |
2005 | 11 |
2006 | 5 |
2007 | 7 |
2008 | 10 |
2009 | 11 |
2010 | 5 |
2013 | 8 |
2015 | 8 |
2019 | 8 |
2021 | 5 |