Garnett
boy name#12008 in 2025Garnett entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #505 in 1909, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#12008
rank today
#505
peak (1909)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #837 |
| 1890s | #782 |
| 1900s | #757 |
| 1910s | #724 |
| 1920s | #777 |
| 1930s | #852 |
| 1940s | #940 |
| 1950s | #1159 |
| 1960s | #1504 |
| 1970s | #2222 |
| 1980s | #3244 |
| 1990s | #5934 |
| 2000s | #7634 |
| 2010s | #10610 |
| 2020s | #11622 |
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Garnett are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Garnett alive today was born around 1938, making them about 87 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Garnett in 2025?
- Garnett ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Garnett most popular?
- Garnett peaked in 1909, reaching #505 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Garnett with classmates?
- Garnett will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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