GARETT
Garett
Garett is a British surname of English origin, derived from the ancient given name Gerard or Gerald. The name is of Germanic origin, with "ger" meaning spear, and “hard” meaning brave or hardy. Over time, variants such as Garrett, Garret, and Garet have emerged.
The first recorded instance of the surname Garett dates back to the early 13th century in England. Like many surnames, it was likely originally bestowed upon an individual to distinguish them from others with similar names, or as an indication of their occupation or social status.
Throughout history, bearers of the name Garett have been involved in various professions and activities, including military service, trade, and agriculture. The surname has spread beyond its English origins and can be found in other English-speaking countries where British influence has been significant.
Notable individuals with the surname Garett have made contributions to different fields, ranging from literature and the arts to business and politics.
The surname Garett continues to be present in modern British society, maintaining its historical significance while adapting to contemporary trends and traditions.
There are approximately 34 people named Garett in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Garett.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Justin
- Paul
Female
Similar and related surnames
- Caird
- Cart
- Crate
- Creed
- Croad
- Croud
- Crute
- Curd
- Gaerty
- Gard
- Garde
- Gare
- Garet
- Gareth
- Garetty
- Garety
- Garrad
- Garrat
- Garratt
- Garret
- Garrett
- Garrette
- Garrettt
- Garrido
- Garriett
- Garritt
- Garrod
- Garrood
- Garrott
- Gart
- Gartey
- Garth
- Garts
- Garty
- Gaut
- Goard
- Gordt
- Goret
- Gorett
- Goretti
- Gort
- Gorte
- Gourd
- Greed
- Greet
- Grote
- Gurt
- Jarrett
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.