Garth Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Garth originates from Old English, meaning 'enclosure' or 'yard.' It has evolved through various forms in the English language and is associated with traits of stability and nature. There is no biblical relevance to the name, and it gained popularity particularly in the 20th century. Notable figures like Garth Brooks and Garth Ennis have contributed to its recognition.
The name Garth is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers 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, Garth 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, 'Garth' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 846th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 738th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 599th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 686th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1060th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4346th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5498th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Garth' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Garth"
Pronunciation
/ɡɑrθ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Garth is derived from the Old English word 'geard,' which means 'enclosure' or 'yard.' It originally referred to a garden or a plot of land.
Meaning
enclosure, yard, garden
Language Evolution
Old English: Gærð, Middle English: Garth, Modern English: Garth
Historical Usage
Garth has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages, particularly in England, and gained popularity in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Garrett, Garthe
Modern Popularity & Image
Garth is seen as a traditional yet sturdy name that carries an earthy connotation, often associated with nature and homeliness.
Famous People
Garth Brooks, American country music singer and songwriter, Garth Ennis, Northern Irish comic book writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Garth"
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 "Garth"
"Garth" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 846th of 7545 | 1,029 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 738th of 6773 | 1,309 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 599th of 7552 | 3,004 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 686th of 10718 | 2,309 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1060th of 16616 | 1,489 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4346th of 24088 | 320 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5498th of 23106 | 199 |
Regional Popularity of "Garth" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
39.97% 566th/1416 |
86.58% 1194th/1379 |
52.37% 1239th/2366 |
32.49% 371st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
37.52% 580th/1546 |
44.86% 698th/1556 |
70.68% 1663rd/2353 |
23.46% 363rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
23.57% 525th/2227 |
21.65% 526th/2430 |
57.76% 1648th/2853 |
13.91% 386th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
23.43% 688th/2937 |
16.65% 580th/3483 |
37.83% 1331st/3518 |
12.34% 499th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.73% 948th/3685 |
23.66% 1059th/4475 |
29.28% 1521st/5194 |
16.92% 1069th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
- |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Garth" 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 "Garth"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Garth" 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.