Garrett vs Forrest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Garrett

Boy #563 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"spear strength, brave with the spear"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #408 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dweller near the woods"

Origin: Old French

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Garrett Rank #563

Forrest Rank #408

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 vs #563 for Garrett.

Is Garrett or Forrest more popular?

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 compared to Garrett at #563 in the United States.

What do Garrett and Forrest mean?

Garrett means "spear strength, brave with the spear" (Germanic origin). Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin).

Are Garrett and Forrest boy or girl names?

Garrett is primarily a boy name. Forrest is primarily a boy name.