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Gentry vs Garrison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gentry

Boy #1,601 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble birth, upper class"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,601
Total SSA Count
107
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gentry Rank #1,601
Garrison Rank #1,799

Gentry is more popular, ranked #1601 vs #1799 for Garrison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gentry or Garrison more popular?

Gentry is more popular, ranked #1601 compared to Garrison at #1799 in the United States.

What do Gentry and Garrison mean?

Gentry means "noble birth, upper class" (Old French origin). Garrison means "son of Garret, son of the spear bearer" (Germanic/English origin).

Are Gentry and Garrison boy or girl names?

Gentry is primarily a boy name. Garrison is primarily a boy name.

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