Garnett
Garnett is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Pomegranate, dark red gemstone, or seller of grain.
Origin and history
Garnett originates as an English surname derived from Old French, either referring to a seller or maker of garnets or an occupational name for a seller of grain. It historically saw moderate use as a masculine given name in the United States, though it is quite rare today. The name carries a vintage, classic charm linked to gemstones and traditional English surnames.
Popularity in the United States
3,857 babies in the United States have been named Garnett since 1880. It ranks #2052 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1894.
States where it is most popular
- VA (44.2 %)
- KY (34.6 %)
- GA (13.2 %)
- MO (2.1 %)
- WV (1.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 46 |
| 1890-1900 | 80 |
| 1900-1910 | 128 |
| 1910-1920 | 541 |
| 1920-1930 | 729 |
| 1930-1940 | 553 |
| 1940-1950 | 505 |
| 1950-1960 | 419 |
| 1960-1970 | 283 |
| 1970-1980 | 208 |
| 1980-1990 | 133 |
| 1990-2000 | 92 |
| 2000-2010 | 82 |
| 2010-2019 | 25 |
| 2020-2029 | 33 |
Famous people named Garnett
- Garnett Silk: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Garn
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to the garnet gemstone, which derives its name from the Latin word for pomegranate due to the stone's resemblance to the fruit's seeds.
- Like many traditional given names, Garnett was originally an English occupational and locational surname before being adopted as a first name.