Garrett vs Porter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Garrett

Boy #563 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"spear strength, brave with the spear"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#563
Total SSA Count
527
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gary, Gar

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Popularity Comparison

Garrett Rank #563
Porter Rank #616

Garrett is more popular, ranked #563 vs #616 for Porter.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Garrett ___

  • Garrett James
  • Garrett Lee
  • Garrett Thomas
  • Garrett Allen
  • Garrett Wade
  • Garrett Cole

Porter ___

  • Porter James
  • Porter William
  • Porter Henry
  • Porter Lee
  • Porter Reid
  • Porter Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Garrett

Riley Connor Paige Trevor Haley

If you choose Porter

Archer Cooper Fletcher Hazel Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garrett or Porter more popular?

Garrett is more popular, ranked #563 compared to Porter at #616 in the United States.

What do Garrett and Porter mean?

Garrett means "spear strength, brave with the spear" (Germanic origin). Porter means "gatekeeper, doorman" (Old French origin).

Are Garrett and Porter boy or girl names?

Garrett is primarily a boy name. Porter is primarily a boy name.

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