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Garett

♂ Boy

Pronounced GAIR-et /ˈɡær.ɛt/High

Meaning: A respelling of Garrett, itself from Gerald ('spear-rule') or Gerard ('spear-brave'), of Germanic roots. The single -r is a spelling trim; the meaning follows Garrett.Low

In 30 seconds: A trimmed spelling of Garrett: Garett means 'spear-brave; spear-strength' (said 'GAIR-et'). Sturdy and familiar.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Germanic
MeaningA respelling of Garrett, itself from Gerald ('spear-rule') or Gerard ('spear-brave'), of Germanic roots. The single -r is a spelling trim; the meaning follows Garrett.
U.S. rank (2023)#7037 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2000
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,934

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200019522023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

As a boy's name Garett is a respelling of Garrett, from Gerald ('spear-rule') and Gerard ('spear-brave'), of Germanic origin. Sturdy and familiar — rare in this spelling in the U.S. (said 'GAIR-et').

It appears only rarely, next to the more common Garrett. Rare, sturdy, and familiar.

Did you know? Garett respells Garrett — a name rooted in Gerald and Gerard, 'spear-rule; spear-brave' — the same sturdy classic in a leaner spelling (said 'GAIR-et').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Garett — Garrett respelling; Germanic 'spear-brave'

Variations

GarrettGarretGerrit

Nicknames

GaryRett

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If you like Garett…

Garrett— the standard spelling it reworks
Gerard— a source name behind it
Gerald— a like spear- root name
Everett— a like sturdy -ett name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Garett mean?

Garett is a respelling of Garrett, from Gerald and Gerard, 'spear-rule; spear-brave.'

How do you pronounce Garett?

It's said GAIR-et /ˈɡær.ɛt/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Garett a boy or girl name?

Garett is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Garett?

Garett is a rare name in the U.S.

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