Garren: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: g-ahrr-ehn
Origin: Germany
gender-male

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Updated on Jun 11, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western, Central and North Europe
Meaning: Guards, guardian

Garren is a modern and strong-sounding name meaning “guardian” or “one who guards.” It speaks to protection, loyalty, and a sense of duty—ideal for a child who is expected to be dependable, brave, and thoughtful. With its crisp sound and noble connotation, Garren is both contemporary and rooted in values of care and courage.

Garren Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Garren is currently #9156 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Garren is currently #4016 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Garren is currently #4396 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Garren is currently #1935 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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