♂ Name Gareth

Q: What does the name Gareth mean?

Gareth means 'old man' (from Gerontius) and 'gentleness' (from Welsh 'gwaredd').

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What is the origin of the name Gareth?

Gareth is a name of Welsh origin. In the Arthurian legend, Gareth was a knight of the round table. The name derived from the Welsh name Geraint, which is a form of the Latin name Gerontius.

What does the name Gareth mean?

Gareth means “old man” (from Gerontius) and “gentleness” (from Welsh “gwaredd”).

Pronunciation of Gareth

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Popularity of the name Gareth

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