Spear-ruler or oak grove
Derived from Germanic elements meaning 'spear' and 'mighty ruler,' it is also associated with an English surname meaning 'oak grove.' It gained prominence in the 18th century due to the fame of actor David Garrick.
About 12 boys were named Garrick in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Influential 18th-century English actor and playwright
Longtime NBC News television journalist
Classical pianist and Chopin Competition winner
Renowned wandmaker in the wizarding world · Harry Potter series
The same feel as Garrick — far less common.
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