Garrick Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Garrick is an Old English name meaning 'spear ruler'. It evolved from Garahric in Old English to Garrik in Middle English, reflecting a lineage of strength and leadership. The name is not biblically significant but gained prominence in the 18th century through notable figures in the arts. Today, it is viewed as a timeless name with connotations of creativity and strength.
The name Garrick is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Garrick has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Garrick' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5062nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1523rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 803rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 898th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2026th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4120th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Garrick' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Garrick"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɛrɪk/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Garrick is believed to be derived from the Old English elements 'gar' meaning 'spear' and 'ric' meaning 'power' or 'ruler'.
Meaning
Spear ruler
Language Evolution
Old English: Garahric, Middle English: Garrik, Modern English: Garrick
Historical Usage
The name Garrick gained popularity in the 18th century, particularly due to the fame of the actor David Garrick, who was a prominent figure in English theatre.
Variants & Derivatives
Gar, Rick, Garry
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Garrick is perceived as a strong and classic name, often associated with creativity and the arts due to its theatrical connections.
Famous People
David Garrick - 18th-century English actor and playwright, Garrick Ohlsson - American classical pianist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Garrick"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Garrick"
"Garrick" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5062nd of 6773 | 23 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1523rd of 7552 | 501 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 803rd of 10718 | 1,647 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 898th of 16616 | 1,969 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2026th of 24088 | 980 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4120th of 23106 | 302 |
Regional Popularity of "Garrick" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
45.40% 1011th/2227 |
58.68% 1426th/2430 |
- |
34.77% 965th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.25% 771st/2937 |
32.50% 1132nd/3483 |
22.80% 802nd/3518 |
20.38% 824th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
24.94% 919th/3685 |
27.75% 1242nd/4475 |
19.00% 987th/5194 |
13.25% 837th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.40% 2172nd/4582 |
59.47% 3071st/5164 |
33.27% 2433rd/7313 |
29.48% 2200th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
59.57% 4064th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Garrick" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Garrick"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Garrick" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.