Garland
Meaning of Garland
Garland is a male name with English origin. It is pronounced as GAHR-lənd (/ˈɡɑr.lənd/). The name Garland has been given to baby boys in the United States since at least the late 19th century. While it may not be as popular today, it still remains a timeless and classic choice. The name Garland brings to mind images of beauty and elegance, as it is commonly associated with garlands of flowers or leaves used for decoration. It also has a poetic and romantic feel to it. If you're looking for a name that combines traditional charm with nature-inspired imagery, Garland could be the perfect choice for your little one.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as GAHR-lənd (/ˈɡɑr.lənd/)
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Notable People Named Garland
| Garland Anderson was an American playwright and speaker known for his contributions to African-American literature, with a notable full-length drama produced on Broadway and later involvement in the New Thought movement. |
| Garland Jeffreys is an American singer and songwriter known for his work in rock and roll, reggae, blues, and soul music. |
| Garland Dean Boyette was a pioneering American football player who broke barriers as a linebacker in the AFL, NFL, and CFL during the 1960s and 1970s. |
| Garland Wright - Garland Porter “Gar” Wright Jr. is a retired Rear Admiral of the United States Navy, known for his leadership roles and achievements during his naval career. |
| Garland Turk Byrd was a prominent United States Democratic politician from Georgia, serving as the fourth Lieutenant Governor of Georgia and later as a Senator from the 17th District. |
| Garland Gbelle is a French professional footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Ligue 2 club Quevilly-Rouen. |
| Garland Morrow - Garland Augustus "Gus" Morrow was a notable American college football and basketball player and coach. |
| Garland Routher Kiser is a former Major League Baseball player from the United States. |
| Garland Gregory - Garland D. Gregory was an All-America Football Conference (AAFC) guard who played two seasons with the San Francisco 49ers after attending Louisiana Polytechnic Institute for college football. |
| Garland Sevier Ferguson Sr. was a multi-talented individual who served as a farmer, soldier, clerk, lawyer, state senator, and judge in North Carolina, while his son Garland S. Ferguson Jr. followed in his footsteps as a public official. |
| Garland Williams - Garland Hare "Bulldog" Williams was a versatile American football player known for his time at Duke and Georgia, as well as his professional career with the Brooklyn Dodgers and the Chicago Hornets. |
| Garland Anderson was an American composer and pianist known for his jazz and ragtime compositions, including Streetsyncs: Eleven Ragtime Pieces for Piano. |
| Edgar Garland Braxton was a professional baseball player who pitched for several teams over 10 seasons and led the American League in ERA in 1928. |
| Charles Garland Lewis was a professional basketball player for the Indianapolis Kautskys and later became an athletic director and head boys' basketball coach for San Marino High School. |
