Garrett vs Bruce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Garrett

Boy #563 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"spear strength, brave with the spear"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

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Garrett Rank #563

Bruce Rank #540

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 vs #563 for Garrett.

Is Garrett or Bruce more popular?

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 compared to Garrett at #563 in the United States.

What do Garrett and Bruce mean?

Garrett means "spear strength, brave with the spear" (Germanic origin). Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin).

Are Garrett and Bruce boy or girl names?

Garrett is primarily a boy name. Bruce is primarily a boy name.