Gareth vs Williams

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gareth

Boy #2,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, gentleness"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #2,530 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Gareth Rank #2,658

Williams Rank #2,530

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 vs #2658 for Gareth.

Is Gareth or Williams more popular?

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 compared to Gareth at #2658 in the United States.

What do Gareth and Williams mean?

Gareth means "gentle, gentleness" (Welsh origin). Williams means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Gareth and Williams boy or girl names?

Gareth is primarily a boy name. Williams is primarily a boy name.