Gardiner
Pronunciation: [ g-AHRDN-er ]
Gardiner is a boy baby name. Ranked #20,094 in the US, popular nicknames include Gar, Garie, and Gardie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gardiner first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 68 babies have been named Gardiner in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gardiner is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,094 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,094
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Gardiner
Gardiner is a boy name .
Gardiner is currently ranked #20,094 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gardiner include Gar, Garie, Gardie, and Gardy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Gardiner include Gardner . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis