Garrison
Garrison is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Protection, stronghold, or garrison.
Origin and history
Garrison is an English occupational and habitational surname derived from the French word 'garison', meaning a stronghold or protection. Historically used as a transferred surname, it gained moderate usage as a given name in the United States. It remains a recognizable, classic surname-turned-first-name with steady popularity.
Popularity in the United States
8,509 babies in the United States have been named Garrison since 1880. It ranks #1312 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1258.
States where it is most popular
- TX (15.7 %)
- CA (10.9 %)
- GA (9.7 %)
- NC (6.7 %)
- TN (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 63 |
| 1920-1930 | 88 |
| 1930-1940 | 83 |
| 1940-1950 | 109 |
| 1950-1960 | 180 |
| 1960-1970 | 168 |
| 1970-1980 | 244 |
| 1980-1990 | 638 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,003 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,412 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,807 |
| 2020-2029 | 714 |
Famous people named Garrison
- Garrison Keillor: Radio Host, Author
- Garrison Hearst: Football Player
Nicknames
Gary, Garry
Fun facts
- It originated from Middle English and Old French terms related to providing safety, shelter, or military defense.
- Radio host and author Garrison Keillor brought widespread cultural visibility to the name in the late 20th century.