Female and male first names beginning with the letter “G”..
GARL
MaleRare Germanic name derived from 'gair', meaning 'spear'.
GARLA
FemaleUnique, Irish-derived given name that means 'descendant of Garravy,' who was associated with 'little spear' or 'javelin.'
GARLAN
MaleRare Breton name derived from "karrez," meaning "square" or "quadrilateral," symbolizing balance and harmony.
GARLAND
MaleAmerican given name derived from the English word 'garland,' which means a decorative circle made of interwoven materials. Its meaning signifies adornment, celebration, and honor.
GARLAND
FemaleRare American given name derived from the English word 'garland,' referring to a decorative circle or wreath of flowers. It gained popularity in the late 19th to early 20th century, particularly in Southern US states.
GARLEN
MaleUnique, modern invention of unknown origin, recently gaining popularity in English-speaking countries.
GARLENE
FemaleRare Hebrew name meaning 'song' or 'hymn', offering musical connotations and distinctiveness.
GARLIN
MaleDistinct French-origin name derived from Garin, meaning 'eager' or 'lively', and associated with Old French 'garir', meaning 'to surround'.
GARLON
MaleGarron is a rare Irish male name derived from Ó Gadhra, meaning 'descendant of Gadhar', an ancient Norse personal name brought to Ireland by Viking settlers. It has evolved from a 13th-century surname to a given name and is associated with strength and courage due to its Irish warrior heritage.
GARLOND
MaleRare, ancient name of uncertain origin, possibly Welsh or Old Norse, meaning 'spear leader' or 'strong protection'.
GARLUND
MaleRare Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements 'Gárr' (spear) and 'ulfR' (wolf), signifying "Spear Wolf.
GARLYN
MaleRare Welsh name derived from 'garllan', meaning 'speckled' or 'spotted'.
GARLYN
FemaleUncommon first name of unknown origin and meaning, with no apparent historical or cultural significance. It consists of four syllables: Gar-lyn, starting with a strong 'Gar' sound followed by the softer 'lyn'. Despite its obscurity, Garlyn has not been popular throughout history and has not featured in notable literature, art, or public figures. Its rarity contributes to its appeal for parents seeking a distinctive name for their child.
GARMAN
MaleRare yet significant Germanic name derived from "gar" meaning spear, with the suffix "-man." It translates to "spearman," reflecting historical associations with weaponry.
GARMON
MaleRare, recent American creation without specific meaning or etymology, first appearing in the late 20th century.
GARN
MaleUnique name of Welsh origin, derived from the Old Welsh word "garw" meaning "hardy" or "strong".
GARNA
FemaleRare yet captivating Welsh name meaning "speckled, dappled," inspired by the natural patterns found in animals and birds' feathers. It has historical significance with figures like rugby player Garna Williams and conveys strength and connection to nature.
GARNEL
MaleThe African name Garnel, derived from the Yoruba word 'Garan' meaning 'to bring forth', is unique yet holds potential personal significance despite its unclear exact meaning.
GARNELL
FemaleRare American male given name derived from the Old French word 'grenate', meaning pomegranate, and coined by author Ethel Mannin in her 1930 novel "Kilda Marvell".
GARNELL
MaleRare, yet significant African American given name derived from the West African name "Kwaku," meaning "born on a Monday" in Akan language. It evolved from Kwaku during slavery era, reflecting its African roots and cultural heritage.
GARNELLE
FemaleRare, beautiful French name derived from "garnir," meaning "to garnish" or "to adorn.
GARNER
FemaleThe name Garner originates from Old French 'garnir', meaning 'to equip or prepare'.
GARNER
MaleEnglish surname-turned-given-name meaning 'granary' or 'storehouse', reflecting its origin in Middle English.
GARNET
MaleUnique Latin-derived name meaning "seedlike," traditionally given to January-born individuals and popularized during the Victorian era in England.
GARNET
FemaleEnglish name of Latin origin, derived from "granatus," meaning "seed-like" or "having many seeds." It was first used as a given name in 13th century England and is believed to have been associated with harvest time due to its connection to seeds and fruits. Today, Garnet remains a distinctive and relatively rare name, popularized by figures like British field marshal Garnet Wolseley and the animated character Garnet from Steven Universe.
GARNETA
FemaleRare English girl's name derived from the durable red gemstone garnet, first used in medieval England. It conveys strength, courage, passion, and elegance, though its meaning isn't explicitly defined.
GARNETT
FemaleGarnet is a rare but captivating male name with Latin origins meaning "seeded" or "grain-like," derived from the deep red gemstone of the same name.
GARNETT
MaleUncommon English given name derived from Old English words 'gar' (spear) and 'nett' (net or small twig), signifying "spear-shaped" or "small spear.
GARNETTA
FemaleUnique Italian name derived from the deep red garnet stone, meaning "deep red stone".
GARNETTE
FemaleEnglish name derived from the Old French word 'grenate', meaning 'pomegranate'. It's often associated with abundance and prosperity, having been used historically as a girls' name but also for boys on occasion.
GARNEY
MaleRare English masculine name, potentially derived from the Old English 'garne', meaning 'spear', and suggesting courage.
GARNIE
MaleRare French given name derived from 'garnir', meaning 'to garnish' or 'decorate'. It evokes images of beauty and elegance.
GARNIE
FemaleDistinctive French name derived from 'garnir,' meaning 'to adorn.'
GARNIETA
FemaleGarnetia is a Latin-derived female given name, meaning "strength" and "courage," derived from the gemstone garnet.
GARNITA
FemaleRare, elegant Latin-derived name meaning 'dark red stone', inspired by the gemstone garnet, symbolizing prosperity.
GARO
MaleArmenian name meaning "friend" or "companion," reflecting the value placed on strong relationships in Armenian culture.
GAROLD
MaleRare English name derived from Germanic elements "gar" meaning "spear" and "wulf" meaning "wolf", historically significant with notable figures like Sir Garard de la Mare and Garold Lansing.
GARON
MaleBasque-derived given name meaning "time" or "season," associated with the ancient Basque god Gar, ruler of time and seasons.
GARR
MaleUncommon yet powerful Irish name derived from 'gair', meaning 'spear', symbolizing strength and courage.
GARRAD
MaleRare Irish name derived from the surname O'Garraidh, meaning "descendant of Garradh," with possible ties to the Irish word for garden/orchard.