Garth
Garth is a term of Welsh origin that refers to a garden or a hill. In the context of place names, it is often used to denote a hill or a mountain. The term is also used as a personal name in English-speaking countries.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term 'Garth' is derived from the Old Norse word 'garðr', which means 'enclosure'. In Welsh, the term 'garth' means 'hill' or 'mountain'. The term has been used in the English language since the Middle Ages, primarily as a place name.
Use in Place Names[edit | edit source]
There are several places in the United Kingdom that include 'Garth' in their names. These include:
- Garth, Powys, a small village in Wales
- Garth, Bridgend, another village in Wales
- Garth Mountain, a hill in Wales
- Garth Hill, a hill in Berkshire, England
Use as a Personal Name[edit | edit source]
'Garth' is also used as a personal name in English-speaking countries. Notable people with the name include:
- Garth Brooks, an American country music singer
- Garth Ennis, a Northern Irish comic book writer
- Garth Hudson, a Canadian musician and member of The Band
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