Garlan

Meaning of Garlan

Garlan is a male name with an origin that can be traced back to Old English. This name has strong associations with the word "garland," which refers to a wreath or a decorative arrangement of flowers. In terms of pronunciation, both British and American English speakers pronounce Garlan as GAHR-lan (/ˈɡɑːl.ən/ in British English and /ˈɡɑr.lən/ in American English). Variations of this name include Garland. Looking at the data for newborns in the United States, we can see that Garlan was most popular in the mid-20th century, peaking in popularity in 1948 when it reached rank 13 with 2115 occurrences. While its usage declined over the years, Garlan remains a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a traditional yet distinctive name for their baby boy.

Pronunciation

British English

  • Pronunced as GAHR-lan (/ˈɡɑːl.ən/)

American English

  • Pronunced as GAHR-lan (/ˈɡɑr.lən/)

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Notable People Named Garlan

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