Garth
Garth is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Enclosure, garden, or yard.
Origin and history
Garth is a masculine name derived from the Old Norse word for an enclosure or garden. Historically rooted in northern England via Anglo-Scandinavian settlements, it gained distinct cultural visibility in the United States during the late 20th century. Although it experienced peak popularity in the early 1990s, it remains a uncommon choice today.
Popularity in the United States
9,666 babies in the United States have been named Garth since 1880. It ranks #1222 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1827.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.5 %)
- UT (12 %)
- NY (11.2 %)
- MI (10.8 %)
- PA (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 10 |
| 1910-1920 | 395 |
| 1920-1930 | 765 |
| 1930-1940 | 676 |
| 1940-1950 | 850 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,603 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,853 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,390 |
| 1980-1990 | 774 |
| 1990-2000 | 956 |
| 2000-2010 | 156 |
| 2010-2019 | 138 |
| 2020-2029 | 100 |
Famous people named Garth
- Garth Brooks: Singer, Songwriter
- Garth Hudson: Musician, Composer
- Garth Nix: Author, Novelist
Fun facts
- The name originally referred to someone who lived near or worked in a garden or enclosed plot of land.
- The name saw a notable surge in cultural recognition during the 1990s due to country music singer Garth Brooks.