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Gareth

GAR-uhth

Gareth (name) means a male given name of Welsh origin, borne by a knight in Arthurian legend. Example: “Gareth was one of the most popular boys' names in Wales during the 1980s.”

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A male given name of Welsh origin, borne by a knight in Arthurian legend.
"Gareth was one of the most popular boys' names in Wales during the 1980s."

Word forms

Gareths plural

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Etymology

From Old Welsh, possibly related to gwâr, "gentle."

Origin: Welsh

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Gareth” mean?

The word “Gareth” means a male given name of Welsh origin, borne by a knight in Arthurian legend.

How do you pronounce “Gareth”?

“Gareth” is pronounced GAR-uhth (/ˈɡæɹ.əθ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Gareth” in a sentence?

Here is “Gareth” used in a sentence: “Gareth was one of the most popular boys' names in Wales during the 1980s.”

What part of speech is “Gareth”?

“Gareth” is a name.

Where does the word “Gareth” come from?

The word “Gareth” comes from Welsh. From Old Welsh, possibly related to gwâr, "gentle.".

Is “Gareth” a common word?

“Gareth” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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