Holding steady.
Popularity of Garrette since 1952
Babies named Garrette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 20 |
| 1960s | 29 |
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 58 |
| 1990s | 131 |
| 2000s | 90 |
| 2010s | 23 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Garrette is a rare variant spelling of Garrett, itself an English surname of Norman origin. The name Garrette first entered U.S. birth records in 1952, but has never achieved widespread popularity. Its peak year came in 1991, when a small cohort of parents chose this spelling over the more common Garrett. In recent years, usage has remained stable but extremely low, with fewer than five births per year nationally. As a result, the name's one-in-N ratio is incalculably high. Garrette has not been recorded in any U.S. state's top name lists, suggesting it is chosen by only a handful of families across the country. For parents seeking a distinctive take on a familiar sound, Garrette offers a quiet alternative to the steadily popular Garrett.
Garrette is a variant spelling of Garrett, an English surname derived from the Germanic personal name Gerard, composed of 'ger' (spear) and 'hard' (brave/strong). It was introduced to England by the Normans and became used as a given name. The spelling Garrette is rare, with early records in the U.S. dating to the 1950s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gary, Garry, Rett
Sibling names for Garrette
Names that share Garrette's style, for a brother or sister.
