Garris
Pronunciation: [ g-AR-ihs ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Garris first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 80 babies have been named Garris in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Garris is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,167 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,167
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Old English origin
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Welsh origin
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Germanic ger + trud origin
"spear of strength"
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Scottish Gaelic origin
"rock, crag, cliff"
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Germanic origin
"one who rules by the spear"
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About the Name Garris
Garris is a boy name .
Garris is currently ranked #39,167 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Garris include Gar, Garie, Garrie, and Garry. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Garris include Garrett, Garrison . 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