Garnet
girl name#10917 in 2025Garnet entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #377 in 1911, ranks #10917 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1884–2025
#10917
rank today
#377
peak (1911)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #857 |
| 1890s | #608 |
| 1900s | #474 |
| 1910s | #430 |
| 1920s | #555 |
| 1930s | #694 |
| 1940s | #1012 |
| 1950s | #1592 |
| 1960s | #2630 |
| 1970s | #5140 |
| 1980s | #8033 |
| 1990s | #11460 |
| 2000s | #14280 |
| 2010s | #11117 |
| 2020s | #10200 |
Living bearers
About 1,700 people named Garnet are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Garnet alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Garnet in 2025?
- Garnet ranks #10917 among US girl names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Garnet most popular?
- Garnet peaked in 1911, reaching #377 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Garnet with classmates?
- Garnet will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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