Gareth
boy name#2765 in 2025Gareth entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #1080 in 1970, ranks #2765 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#2765
rank today
#1080
peak (1970)
46
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3644 |
| 1920s | #2306 |
| 1930s | #1745 |
| 1940s | #1291 |
| 1950s | #1720 |
| 1960s | #1645 |
| 1970s | #1586 |
| 1980s | #1278 |
| 1990s | #1435 |
| 2000s | #1968 |
| 2010s | #2086 |
| 2020s | #2685 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Gareth has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 3,700 people named Gareth are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gareth alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gareth in 2025?
- Gareth ranks #2765 among US boy names in 2025, with 46 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gareth most popular?
- Gareth peaked in 1970, reaching #1080 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gareth with classmates?
- Gareth will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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