Gareth vs Paris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gareth

Boy #2,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, gentleness"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #2,566 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"named after the Parisii Gallic tribe"

Origin: Gaulish Celtic

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Gareth Rank #2,658

Paris Rank #2,566

Paris is more popular, ranked #2566 vs #2658 for Gareth.

Is Gareth or Paris more popular?

Paris is more popular, ranked #2566 compared to Gareth at #2658 in the United States.

What do Gareth and Paris mean?

Gareth means "gentle, gentleness" (Welsh origin). Paris means "named after the Parisii Gallic tribe" (Gaulish Celtic origin).

Are Gareth and Paris boy or girl names?

Gareth is primarily a boy name. Paris is primarily a boy name.