Gareth vs Jersey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gareth

Boy #2,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, gentleness"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh English British

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Boy #2,588 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Geirrapos island, grassy island"

Origin: Old Norse

American English British

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Gareth Rank #2,658

Jersey Rank #2,588

Jersey is more popular, ranked #2588 vs #2658 for Gareth.

Is Gareth or Jersey more popular?

Jersey is more popular, ranked #2588 compared to Gareth at #2658 in the United States.

What do Gareth and Jersey mean?

Gareth means "gentle, gentleness" (Welsh origin). Jersey means "Geirrapos island, grassy island" (Old Norse origin).

Are Gareth and Jersey boy or girl names?

Gareth is primarily a boy name. Jersey is primarily a boy name.