Garda
About Garda
Garda is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Old Norse 'garðr' meaning 'enclosure' or 'protection,' or from the Italian word for 'guard.' The name is also associated with Lake Garda in northern Italy, potentially giving it a nature-inspired connection. In Ireland, it has gained recognition as the name of the national police service (Garda Síochána, meaning 'Guardians of the Peace'). As a personal name, Garda remains uncommon but carries connotations of strength, protection, and vigilance. Its brevity and strong consonant sounds give it a distinctive, somewhat authoritative quality.
Pronounced GAR-dah.
As of October 2026, Garda ranked #3824 in US births in 1944 SSA, peaked at #2345 in 1940.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
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| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
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| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
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| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Garda on lists
Garda in pop culture
- Garda Sloane
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