Young or bear-like
While most commonly recognized as a Spanish surname, Garcia has roots as a medieval given name. It is thought to derive from the Basque word 'artz' meaning bear, or potentially from a Germanic word meaning young.
Less common today
Garcia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,979 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The first King of León who reigned in the early 10th century
King of Pamplona and Count of Aragon
A primary antagonist and time traveler · Timeless
