Declining since 2018, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Garrus since 2012
Babies named Garrus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 76 |
| 2020s | 27 |
Meaning & origin
Garrus is an exceedingly rare boys' name in the United States, first appearing in official records in 2012. Its peak year was 2015, and since 2018 it has been declining in use. The name is likely a modern invention, possibly inspired by the character Garrus Vakarian from the Mass Effect video game series, which debuted in 2007. With a one-in-341,615 occurrence rate in 2025, it remains a highly uncommon choice. It has not been concentrated in any particular state or region. The name's etymology is unconfirmed, and it does not have clear historical roots.
Garrus is a rare name with no well-attested etymology. It may be a modern coinage, perhaps influenced by the name Gareth or the video game character Garrus Vakarian from the Mass Effect series (first appearing in 2007). Its first recorded use in the United States was in 2012, consistent with a fictional origin. Similar-sounding names like Garrick and Garris have Old English or Germanic roots, but no direct link to Garrus is established.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Garry, Russ
Sibling names for Garrus
Names that share Garrus's style, for a brother or sister.
