Gareth vs Paris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gareth

Boy #2,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gentle, gentleness"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,658
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gaz, Gary

Playground Safety Score

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Paris

Girl #484 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the Parisii Celtic tribe"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

American French Greek International

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#484
Total SSA Count
633
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Pari

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gareth Rank #2,658
Paris Rank #484

Paris is more popular, ranked #484 vs #2658 for Gareth.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gareth ___

  • Gareth Owen
  • Gareth Rhys
  • Gareth James
  • Gareth David
  • Gareth Thomas
  • Gareth Morgan

Paris ___

  • Paris Grace
  • Paris Nicole
  • Paris Michelle
  • Paris Ann
  • Paris Rose
  • Paris Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gareth

Rhiannon Owen Bronwen Alun Seren

If you choose Paris

London Venice Milan Rome Brooklyn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gareth or Paris more popular?

Paris is more popular, ranked #484 compared to Gareth at #2658 in the United States.

What do Gareth and Paris mean?

Gareth means "gentle, gentleness" (Welsh origin). Paris means "from the Parisii Celtic tribe" (Celtic origin).

Are Gareth and Paris boy or girl names?

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

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