Garrison Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAR-ih-sun / /ˈɡɛrɪsən/English; French
Meaning
English: son of Garry; French: fortified town
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Garrison has roots in both English and French cultures. In English, it is derived from a surname meaning 'son of Garry.' In French, it refers to a fortified town or garrison. The name has been used in various contexts, including as a surname and a given name, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Garrison has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Garry
- Garron
International Variants
- Gérard (French)
- Garrison (English)
Famous people named Garrison
Garrison Keillor is an American author and radio personality, best known for his work on the radio show 'A Prairie Home Companion.'.
Fictional characters named Garrison
Garrison (South Park) is a character known for being the school principal in the animated television series.
Garrison (The Garrison) is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us,' serving as a leader in a post-apocalyptic setting.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Garrison was first seen in the United States in 1912. Garrison has ranked as high as #948 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Garrison has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Garrison (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 12 | |
| WI | 6 | |
| AZ | 6 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 19 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 26 |
| 1953 | 23 |
| 1954 | 29 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 21 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 21 |
| 1968 | 26 |
| 1969 | 37 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1982 | 39 |
| 1983 | 34 |
| 1984 | 51 |
| 1985 | 53 |
| 1986 | 95 |
| 1987 | 77 |
| 1988 | 113 |
| 1989 | 109 |
| 1990 | 117 |
| 1991 | 147 |
| 1992 | 140 |
| 1993 | 229 |
| 1994 | 186 |
| 1995 | 172 |
| 1996 | 199 |
| 1997 | 192 |
| 1998 | 268 |
| 1999 | 353 |
| 2000 | 268 |
| 2001 | 254 |
| 2002 | 283 |
| 2003 | 286 |
| 2004 | 253 |
| 2005 | 229 |
| 2006 | 217 |
| 2007 | 225 |
| 2008 | 187 |
| 2009 | 210 |
| 2010 | 185 |
| 2011 | 151 |
| 2012 | 201 |
| 2013 | 210 |
| 2014 | 206 |
| 2015 | 193 |
| 2016 | 170 |
| 2017 | 169 |
| 2018 | 149 |
| 2019 | 173 |
| 2020 | 139 |
| 2021 | 149 |
| 2022 | 135 |
| 2023 | 106 |
| 2024 | 91 |