what does the name Gareth mean
Gareth /ga-reth/ [2 sylls.] as a boys' name is pronounced GARE-eth. It is of Celtic origin, and the meaning of Gareth is gentle. Sir Gareth, noted for his modesty and bravery, was a knight of King Arthur's Round Table.Literary: the name appeared in the 15th century in Sir Thomas Malory's Le Morte D'Arthur.It may have been a form of Geraint, or be linked to Welsh gwaraidd meaning gentle. Gary, which is actually an independent name, is often used as a pet form of Gareth.iterary: the name appeared in the 15th century in Sir Thomas Malory's Le Morte D'Arthur. It may have been a form of Geraint, or be linked to Welsh gwaraidd meaning gentle. Gary, which is actually an independent name, is often used as a pet form of Gareth.