Origin:
English
Irish
Teutonic
Sex:Male
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Variant of Gerald, meaning ‘rules by the spear’ or ‘hard or bold spear.’ Also an English variant of the German Gerard, based on medieval pronunciation.
Soul Urge:People with the name Garret have a deep inner desire for a stable, loving family or community, and a need to work with others and to be appreciated.
Expression:People with the name Garret value community and balance, and are dependable and considerate. They often tend to gravitate to occupations where they can act as peacemakers or negotiators, or fulfill these roles among their friends and family. They tend to be conventional, responsible, family-oriented, warm and affectionate. They sometimes worry obsessively about those they care for. They work for harmony and balance in their lives, and respond positively to beautiful things.