Garner
boy name#5861 in 2025Garner entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #674 in 1932, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#5861
rank today
#674
peak (1932)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #816 |
| 1890s | #1057 |
| 1900s | #1082 |
| 1910s | #1268 |
| 1920s | #1511 |
| 1930s | #1339 |
| 1940s | #1830 |
| 1950s | #2020 |
| 1960s | #1890 |
| 1970s | #2810 |
| 1980s | #4634 |
| 1990s | #4917 |
| 2000s | #4437 |
| 2010s | #4496 |
| 2020s | #5155 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Garner has been most popular in TX, TN.
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Garner are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Garner alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Garner in 2025?
- Garner ranks #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Garner most popular?
- Garner peaked in 1932, reaching #674 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Garner with classmates?
- Garner will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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