Declining since 1990, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Garrick since 1927
Babies named Garrick per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1989, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Garrick's real moment was 1973.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 77 |
| 1950s | 285 |
| 1960s | 458 |
| 1970s | 1,248 |
| 1980s | 1,141 |
| 1990s | 1,170 |
| 2000s | 615 |
| 2010s | 350 |
| 2020s | 90 |
Meaning & origin
Garrick is an uncommon English given name with Germanic roots, originally a surname. It peaked in usage in 1973 and has seen a steady decline since the 1990s, fitting a trajectory of falling. As of 2025, its rank is 6803, with a low frequency of about 1 in 142,340 boys. The name carries a strong, traditional sound, reminiscent of vintage surnames. While never widespread, it has maintained a steady, if small, presence in naming records. Its top states are not tracked due to low numbers, but it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with historical depth.
Garrick is an English surname turned given name, derived from the Germanic elements ger or gar meaning 'spear' and ric meaning 'ruler' or 'power'. As a given name, it gained some popularity in the 20th century, possibly influenced by the surname of the famous 18th-century actor David Garrick.
Where Garrick is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gary, Rick, Ricky
Variants: Garric, Garreck
Sibling names for Garrick
Names that share Garrick's style, for a brother or sister.
