US Popularity:5346
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:gentle
Gareth is a boy's name of Welsh origin encompassing chivalry and modesty. Meaning "gentle," the name finds a fitting namesake in Sir Gareth, one of King Arthurs's noble knights of the round table. Brave as he is virtuous, Sir Gareth sets out to prove himself worthy of knighthood by virtue of his good deeds instead of lineage alone. And so, his adventures begin, wherein he defeats many a foe with ease and captures the heart of Sir Lancelot himself. Famed for his youthfulness and courage, Gareth is a wonderful title to bestow upon a little one about to embark on their own great adventure.

Gareth Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Gareth is currently #2920 on The Bump
Boy:Gareth is currently #922 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Gareth is currently #5346 in U.S. births
Boy:Gareth is currently #1658 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#5346
in 2022
+ 717
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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