Gareth Ives

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gareth Ives — gentle
380K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gareth Ives 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 Ives: Surname Alice Emma Ives (1876–1930), American dramatist, journalist Burl Ives (1909–1995), American singer, author and actor Charles Ives (1874–1954), American composer Charles Ives (footballer) (1907–1942), football player from New Zealand Chauncey Ives (1810–1894), American sculptor in Italy Clarrie Ives (1890–1956), Australian rugby league footballer Clay Ives (born 1972), Canadian-born American luger David Ives (born 1950), contemporary American playwright Dick Ives (1926–1997), American basketball player Edward D. 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: Ives

English

Surname Alice Emma Ives (1876–1930), American dramatist, journalist Burl Ives (1909–1995), American singer, author and actor Charles Ives (1874–1954), American composer Charles Ives (footballer) (1907–1942), football player from New Zealand Chauncey Ives (1810–1894), American sculptor in Italy Clarrie Ives (1890–1956), Australian rugby league footballer Clay Ives (born 1972), Canadian-born American luger David Ives (born 1950), contemporary American playwright Dick Ives (1926–1997), American basketball player Edward D.

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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

Numerology

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

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Ives?
The surname Ives originates from English. Surname Alice Emma Ives (1876–1930), American dramatist, journalist Burl Ives (1909–1995), American singer, author and actor Charles Ives (1874–1954), American composer Charles Ives (footballer) (1907–1942), football player from New Zealand Chauncey Ives (1810–1894), American sculptor in Italy Clarrie Ives (1890–1956), Australian rugby league footballer Clay Ives (born 1972), Canadian-born American luger David Ives (born 1950), contemporary American playwright Dick Ives (1926–1997), American basketball player Edward D.
What are the origins of the name Gareth Ives?
The name Gareth Ives combines two different traditions: the first name Gareth has Celtic roots, while the surname Ives originates from English.
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