Garnett is a unique and distinctive given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word "gar" which means spear, and "nett" which means net or small twig. Therefore, the name Garnett can be interpreted to mean "spear-shaped" or "small spear."
The name Garnett has a long history that dates back to medieval England. It was originally used as a surname before being adopted as a given name in the 19th century. Some notable figures with the surname Garnett include the American actor and director, Kevin Garnett, and the English cricketer, Tom Gar
The name Garnett has a fascinating history of popularity and usage in the United States. Over the course of 141 years, from 1881 to 2022, there have been a total of 3844 births for this unique moniker.
The peak of popularity for the name Garnett occurred between 1912 and 1927, with the highest number of births recorded in 1922 at 83 babies. This period saw consistent numbers of babies named Garnett, with an average of around 70 births per year.
Interestingly, there was a significant drop in popularity during the Great Depression era (1929-1939), with as few as 40 births recorded in some years. However, after World War II, there was a resurgence in popularity, with numbers consistently above 50 between 1947 and 1959.
Since the 1960s, the name Garnett has been used less frequently, with an average of around 20 births per year. In recent years (2019-2023), there have been 5 births each year, indicating that while it may not be as popular as it once was, the name Garnett still makes occasional appearances.
Overall, these statistics show a name with distinct peaks and valleys in popularity over time but one that has maintained some level of usage throughout American history.