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Origin: Scottish

Meaning: Keeper of the garden; Warrior

If you’re certain baby has a bright and colorful personality reminiscent of a beautiful wildflower garden, the name Gardner is the perfect choice for them. Of English origin, Gardner is gender-neutral and unsurprisingly means “keeper of the garden.” As well as a given name, it is also a surname that has English, Scottish, and Irish roots. Some believe Gardner originated from an occupational name for gardeners. Others believe it stems from the Old English word gar-dyn, which means “warrior,” making it an even more fitting choice for your fearless little leader.