Meaning: Meaning uncertain; an Arthurian name
The story
Gareth developed through medieval Arthurian storytelling from earlier French forms. Proposed Welsh roots remain uncertain, so gentle and mild are not verified translations.
Nicknames
- Gaz
Spellings & variants
- Garreth
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Gareth comes from Welsh.
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