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The name Garnet has its origin in Middle English, meaning 'dark red' and linked to the garnet gemstone. Its etymological roots trace back to the Latin word 'granatum,' referring to the pomegranate. Over time, it evolved through various languages, acquiring its modern form. The name is characterized by associations with richness and depth, and it does not have biblical relevance. Garnet saw a rise in popularity during the 19th century and remains a unique choice today.

The name Garnet is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Garnet has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Garnet' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 984th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1304th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1865th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3339th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6469th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12369th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11719th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 481st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 747th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1644th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4053rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10088th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16504th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10234th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Garnet' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.