Garret Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAR-it / /ˈɡærɪt/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: spear strength; English: ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
Garret is derived from the Irish name 'Garrett', which itself comes from the Old French name 'Gerard'. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with nobility and leadership. It has also appeared in literature and popular culture, contributing to its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Garret has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Garrett
- Gareth
International Variants
- Garrett (English)
- Gérard (French)
- Garrido (Spanish)
Famous people named Garret
Garret Anderson is a former professional baseball player known for his time with the Los Angeles Angels.
Garret Dillahunt is an American actor recognized for his roles in television series such as 'Deadwood' and 'Raising Hope'.
Garret Brown is a cinematographer and inventor, best known for developing the Steadicam.
Garret Leight is an American eyewear designer and entrepreneur, founder of Garret Leight California Optical.
Fictional characters named Garret
Garret Hawke is a character in the video game series 'Dragon Age', known for being a key figure in the storyline.
Garret is a character in the 'Thief' video game series, recognized as a master thief navigating a steampunk-inspired world.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Garret was first seen in the United States in 1881. Garret has ranked as high as #757 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Michigan, Ohio, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Garret has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Garret (2022)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1881 | 6 |
1883 | 5 |
1895 | 5 |
1900 | 5 |
1912 | 5 |
1913 | 10 |
1914 | 9 |
1915 | 15 |
1916 | 16 |
1917 | 7 |
1918 | 8 |
1919 | 15 |
1921 | 9 |
1922 | 12 |
1923 | 15 |
1924 | 5 |
1925 | 6 |
1926 | 10 |
1927 | 17 |
1928 | 16 |
1929 | 13 |
1930 | 13 |
1931 | 11 |
1932 | 16 |
1933 | 9 |
1934 | 10 |
1935 | 10 |
1936 | 9 |
1937 | 14 |
1938 | 5 |
1939 | 10 |
1940 | 18 |
1941 | 9 |
1942 | 9 |
1943 | 29 |
1944 | 19 |
1945 | 15 |
1946 | 26 |
1947 | 28 |
1948 | 21 |
1949 | 31 |
1950 | 29 |
1951 | 31 |
1952 | 33 |
1953 | 30 |
1954 | 39 |
1955 | 40 |
1956 | 35 |
1957 | 29 |
1958 | 34 |
1959 | 33 |
1960 | 60 |
1961 | 64 |
1962 | 91 |
1963 | 104 |
1964 | 101 |
1965 | 95 |
1966 | 97 |
1967 | 95 |
1968 | 89 |
1969 | 88 |
1970 | 101 |
1971 | 64 |
1972 | 86 |
1973 | 66 |
1974 | 77 |
1975 | 62 |
1976 | 63 |
1977 | 64 |
1978 | 83 |
1979 | 125 |
1980 | 144 |
1981 | 140 |
1982 | 156 |
1983 | 196 |
1984 | 191 |
1985 | 261 |
1986 | 272 |
1987 | 252 |
1988 | 254 |
1989 | 326 |
1990 | 380 |
1991 | 359 |
1992 | 498 |
1993 | 484 |
1994 | 416 |
1995 | 438 |
1996 | 455 |
1997 | 477 |
1998 | 458 |
1999 | 527 |
2000 | 590 |
2001 | 468 |
2002 | 383 |
2003 | 343 |
2004 | 301 |
2005 | 300 |
2006 | 277 |
2007 | 211 |
2008 | 164 |
2009 | 155 |
2010 | 131 |
2011 | 123 |
2012 | 109 |
2013 | 66 |
2014 | 62 |
2015 | 61 |
2016 | 43 |
2017 | 45 |
2018 | 45 |
2019 | 28 |
2020 | 27 |
2021 | 29 |
2022 | 29 |
2023 | 20 |
2024 | 13 |