Gareth Durbin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gareth Durbin — gentle
380K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gareth Durbin is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Gareth is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Welsh name, probably from the Arthurian tradition. Sir Gareth was one of the Knights of the Round Table in Malory's Le Morte d'Arthur. The surname Durbin: Durbin is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname, according to the 1990 U.S. Census. The surname Durbin is of French origin from a place called D'urban or D'urbin in Languedoc. At the time of the British Census of 1881, its relative frequency was highest in Somerset (36.9 times the British average), followed by Herefordshire, Monmouthshire, Gloucestershire, Brecknockshire, Glamorgan, Cambridgeshire, Wiltshire and Warwickshire. Allison Durbin (born 1950), New Zealand-born Australian former pop singer Deanna Durbin (1921–2013), Canadian singer and actress Frederic S. Gareth is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 380K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Gareth reached peak popularity in the 1975s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gareth

Meaning: gentle

Celtic

Welsh name, probably from the Arthurian tradition. Sir Gareth was one of the Knights of the Round Table in Malory's Le Morte d'Arthur.

Surname: Durbin

French

Durbin is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname, according to the 1990 U.S. Census. The surname Durbin is of French origin from a place called D'urban or D'urbin in Languedoc. At the time of the British Census of 1881, its relative frequency was highest in Somerset (36.9 times the British average), followed by Herefordshire, Monmouthshire, Gloucestershire, Brecknockshire, Glamorgan, Cambridgeshire, Wiltshire and Warwickshire. Allison Durbin (born 1950), New Zealand-born Australian former pop singer Deanna Durbin (1921–2013), Canadian singer and actress Frederic S.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gareth is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 83%
Australia 11%
New Zealand 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gareth by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Gareth has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Garth
  • Gareth

Notable People Named Gareth Durbin

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gareth Durbin:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gareth?
The first name Gareth originates from Celtic. Welsh name, probably from the Arthurian tradition. Sir Gareth was one of the Knights of the Round Table in Malory's Le Morte d'Arthur.
When was Gareth most popular?
The name Gareth reached its peak popularity during the 1975s.
What is the origin of the surname Durbin?
The surname Durbin originates from French. Durbin is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname, according to the 1990 U.S. Census. The surname Durbin is of French origin from a place called D'urban or D'urbin in Languedoc. At the time of the British Census of 1881, its relative frequency was highest in Somerset (36.9 times the British average), followed by Herefordshire, Monmouthshire, Gloucestershire, Brecknockshire, Glamorgan, Cambridgeshire, Wiltshire and Warwickshire. Allison Durbin (born 1950), New Zealand-born Australian former pop singer Deanna Durbin (1921–2013), Canadian singer and actress Frederic S.
What are the origins of the name Gareth Durbin?
The name Gareth Durbin combines two different traditions: the first name Gareth has Celtic roots, while the surname Durbin originates from French.
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