Garnet
boy name#10695 in 2025Garnet entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #587 in 1904, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
#10695
rank today
#587
peak (1904)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #866 |
| 1890s | #926 |
| 1900s | #960 |
| 1910s | #932 |
| 1920s | #1064 |
| 1930s | #1293 |
| 1940s | #1474 |
| 1950s | #1962 |
| 1960s | #2240 |
| 1970s | #3454 |
| 1980s | #4793 |
| 1990s | #7975 |
| 2000s | #9961 |
| 2010s | #10788 |
| 2020s | #10310 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Garnet are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Garnet alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 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 #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Garnet most popular?
- Garnet peaked in 1904, reaching #587 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Garnet with classmates?
- Garnet will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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