Gareth
Gareth is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Gentle, fierce, or modest.
Origin and history
Gareth is a name of Welsh origin, famous for its role in Arthurian legend as Sir Gareth, a knight of the Round Table known for his modesty and bravery. While relatively rare in the United States, it has maintained a steady, recognizable presence over the decades. It offers a classic Celtic alternative to more common names like Gary or Garrett.
Popularity in the United States
4,389 babies in the United States have been named Gareth since 1880. It ranks #1875 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1638.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37.7 %)
- TX (21.5 %)
- NY (14.6 %)
- FL (7.3 %)
- PA (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 12 |
| 1920-1930 | 156 |
| 1930-1940 | 186 |
| 1940-1950 | 292 |
| 1950-1960 | 212 |
| 1960-1970 | 241 |
| 1970-1980 | 341 |
| 1980-1990 | 577 |
| 1990-2000 | 705 |
| 2000-2010 | 658 |
| 2010-2019 | 720 |
| 2020-2029 | 289 |
Famous people named Gareth
- Gareth Bale: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Gareth Edwards: Director, Screenwriter
- Gareth Southgate: Soccer Manager, Athlete
Fun facts
- Sir Gareth was a prominent knight of the Round Table and the hero of Sir Thomas Malory's Tale of Sir Gareth of Orkney.
- The name is often connected to the Welsh word 'gwar', meaning gentle or polite.