Garrett

Garrett comes from a surname derived from Gerard or Gerald. Both older names have a spear element, but their second elements differ: Gerard is associated with strength, while Gerald is associated with rule. The surname route therefore matters more than assigning one complete translation to every Garrett.

Garret is an alternative spelling with one final t, and Gar can be used informally. Actor Garrett Morris provides a familiar first-name association. Families honoring a Gerard or Gerald can preserve that connection through Garrett, while those continuing a surname may prefer the exact inherited spelling. Similar-sounding Garrick and Garth have their own histories rather than being automatic equivalents.