Garrison - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Garrison \g(a)-rri-

is pronounced GARE-a-son. It is of Middle English origin, and its meaning is "spear-fortified town; protection, stronghold". Humorist, writer, and radio personality Garrison Keillor; football player Garrison Hearst.

Garrison has 1 variant form: Garrisson.

For more information, see also the related name Garson.

Baby names that sound like Garrison are Carson, Gerson, Grayson, Greyson and Karson.

Garrison is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#578 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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