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Garrett

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Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Spear Strength"

Garrett is an English form from Germanic roots, historically conveying strength with a spear and often used as a surname.

Themes:warriorspearnormansurname
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Fact-checked by Marcus Chen

B.A. Anthropology, UC BerkeleyMultilingual (4 languages)Cultural Research Fellow • Senior Name Researcher

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Garrett

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#562Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#562

Garrett was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-79

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Garrett Nicknames

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Baby Name Lists That Include Garrett

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Garrett mean?
Garrett means "Spear Strength". Garrett is an English form from Germanic roots, historically conveying strength with a spear and often used as a surname
What is the origin of Garrett?
Garrett is of Germanic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Garrett?
According to the latest SSA data, Garrett is currently ranked #562 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Garrett a boy name?
Garrett is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Garrett?
Popular nicknames for Garrett include Gar, Rhett, gary, garr, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Garrett?
There are many names similar to Garrett in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGermanic, English
Syllables2
Length7 letters
US Rank#562
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withG

Sibling Ideas

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