GARNISH
Garnish
Origin and Meaning
Garnish is a surname of English origin, derived from the Middle English word "gernise," which means "attire" or "equipment." The name may have originated as an occupational surname for a person who was responsible for outfitting or equipping others.
Distribution and Frequency
The surname Garnish is relatively uncommon in the British Isles. It is most commonly found in the southern regions of England, particularly in Sussex and Kent.
Notable Bearers
- Robert Garnish (1802-1875): A renowned artist known for his landscape paintings of the English countryside.
- Alice Garnish (b. 1985): A talented British actress who has starred in several theatre productions and television series.
Variants
Variants of the surname Garnish include Garnishall, Garnisher, and Garnishe.
There are approximately 234 people named Garnish in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Garnish.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- James
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Sidney
- William
Female
- Claire
- Doreen
- Elizabeth
- Madeleine
- Margaret
- Mb
- Natalie
- Nicola
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Suzanne