Garrett
Spear strength, brave with a spear — a boy name of Irish, Germanic origin
Popularity of Garrett in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Garrett
Garrett is a surname-turned-first-name of dual origin. It derives from the Germanic name Gerard, composed of "ger" (spear) and "hard" (brave, strong), and also from the Anglo-Norman Gerald, meaning "spear ruler." The name was brought to Ireland by the Normans in the 12th century and became particularly associated with the powerful FitzGerald dynasty, the Earls of Kildare. Pat Garrett, the lawman who killed Billy the Kid, gave the name a rugged frontier association. Garrett combines medieval strength with an approachable modern sound.
Garrett Around the World
Garrett is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Garrett
Famous People Named Garrett
- Pat Garrett — American Old West lawman
- Garrett Hedlund — American actor
- Garrett Morgan — African American inventor of the traffic signal
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Garrett mean?
Garrett is a boy name of Irish, Germanic origin meaning "Spear strength, brave with a spear." Garrett is a surname-turned-first-name of dual origin. It derives from the Germanic name Gerard, composed of "ger" (spear) and "hard" (brave, strong), and also from the Anglo-Norman Gerald, meaning "spear ruler.
How do you pronounce Garrett?
Garrett is pronounced GAIR-it. Common variations include Garret, Garett, Garrit.
Is Garrett a boy name?
Yes, Garrett is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Gary, Rett.
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