Gather is an intriguing and distinctive given name of English origin, derived from the Old Norse 'gathir', which means 'army' or 'war band'. It was initially used as a surname before evolving into a first name in more recent times. The name carries a strong, warrior-like connotation, reflecting its historical roots. Gather is not among the most common names, offering parents a unique option for their child's name.
"The name Gather was quite popular in the early 20th century with a total of 16 births recorded between 1915 and 1929. However, its popularity seemed to fluctuate over these years, as it peaked at six births in 1915 but dipped to five births in both 1924 and 1929."