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Name Origin

Gareth is a Welsh given name meaning 'gentle' or 'kind.' It is derived from the Welsh elements 'gar' meaning 'gentleman' or 'kindness' and 'eth' meaning 'good'.

welshmasculinegentlekindvirtuous

Famous People

Gareth Bale (1989-)

Professional Footballer

UEFA Champions League winner with Real Madrid
Welsh Footballer of the Year a record six times
Led Wales to their first major tournament semi-final since 1958

Gareth Southgate (1970-)

Football Manager and Former Player

Manager of the England national football team since 2016
Led England to the semi-finals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup
Former defender for clubs such as Crystal Palace and Aston Villa

Gareth Evans (1976-)

Welsh Actor

Known for roles in TV series such as 'The Tudors' and 'Doctor Who'
Appeared in films like 'V for Vendetta' and 'Clash of the Titans'

Similar Names

Garrett Garret

Sibling Names

Alana

Both Gareth and Alana are Welsh names with a similar strong and classic feel.

Eryn

Like Gareth, Eryn is a name of Welsh origin, sharing a beautiful and nature-inspired quality.

Rhys

A traditional Welsh name with a similar sound and rhythm to Gareth, creating a harmonious sibling set.