Garren Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAR-en / /ˈɡær.ən/English; Gaelic
Meaning
English: 'guardian'; Gaelic: 'spear'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Garren is often considered a modern variant of the name Garret, which has roots in both English and Gaelic traditions. It is associated with the concept of protection and strength. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in English-speaking countries, often appealing to parents looking for unique yet familiar names.
Trend Summary
Garren has experienced limited popularity in the United States, often appearing as a unique choice among parents.
Similar Names
Variants
- Garen
- Garrett
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Garren was first seen in the United States in 1938. Garren has ranked as high as #1215 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Garren has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Garren (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 16 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 33 |
| 1984 | 32 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 37 |
| 1987 | 42 |
| 1988 | 36 |
| 1989 | 40 |
| 1990 | 38 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 34 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 36 |
| 1996 | 34 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 52 |
| 2000 | 68 |
| 2001 | 47 |
| 2002 | 58 |
| 2003 | 51 |
| 2004 | 51 |
| 2005 | 49 |
| 2006 | 42 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 54 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 8 |