Garnett Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAR-net / /ˈɡɑːrnɪt/English; French
Meaning
English: granary; French: from the granary
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Garnett has roots in both English and French origins. It is derived from the Old French word 'gernet,' meaning 'to harvest.' Historically, it has been used as a surname before becoming a given name. The name has been associated with various notable figures and has seen varying levels of popularity over the years.
Trend Summary
Garnett has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Garnet
International Variants
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Famous people named Garnett
Garnett P. Williams was an American politician known for his work in the state legislature.
Garnett McKeen was a Canadian ice hockey player who played professionally in the mid-20th century.
Garnett S. McCoy was an American author recognized for his contributions to literature.
Garnett H. H. Smith was a British artist known for his landscape paintings.
Fictional characters named Garnett
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Garnett was first seen in the United States in 1881. Garnett has ranked as high as #803 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Virginia, Kentucky, Georgia, Missouri, and West Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Garnett has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Garnett (1972)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1882 | 12 |
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1891 | 8 |
| 1892 | 8 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 9 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 9 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1900 | 10 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 17 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1905 | 13 |
| 1906 | 12 |
| 1907 | 18 |
| 1908 | 12 |
| 1909 | 26 |
| 1910 | 15 |
| 1911 | 19 |
| 1912 | 37 |
| 1913 | 35 |
| 1914 | 73 |
| 1915 | 74 |
| 1916 | 67 |
| 1917 | 70 |
| 1918 | 75 |
| 1919 | 76 |
| 1920 | 87 |
| 1921 | 78 |
| 1922 | 83 |
| 1923 | 82 |
| 1924 | 66 |
| 1925 | 79 |
| 1926 | 72 |
| 1927 | 71 |
| 1928 | 56 |
| 1929 | 55 |
| 1930 | 59 |
| 1931 | 52 |
| 1932 | 65 |
| 1933 | 59 |
| 1934 | 42 |
| 1935 | 72 |
| 1936 | 59 |
| 1937 | 40 |
| 1938 | 55 |
| 1939 | 50 |
| 1940 | 56 |
| 1941 | 47 |
| 1942 | 48 |
| 1943 | 50 |
| 1944 | 52 |
| 1945 | 35 |
| 1946 | 51 |
| 1947 | 62 |
| 1948 | 55 |
| 1949 | 49 |
| 1950 | 52 |
| 1951 | 48 |
| 1952 | 44 |
| 1953 | 41 |
| 1954 | 38 |
| 1955 | 44 |
| 1956 | 37 |
| 1957 | 37 |
| 1958 | 43 |
| 1959 | 35 |
| 1960 | 25 |
| 1961 | 29 |
| 1962 | 29 |
| 1963 | 33 |
| 1964 | 42 |
| 1965 | 30 |
| 1966 | 24 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 22 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 30 |
| 1972 | 32 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 |