Garry

♂ Boy

Pronounced GAIR-ee /ˈɡɛr.i/High

Meaning: Double-r spelling of Gary — from a short form of Germanic names with gar, 'spear' (as in Gareth/Garrett); 'spear, spearman'Medium

In 30 seconds: Spear-strong: Garry spells Gary — 'spear; spear-ruler'. Vintage, friendly, and warm.

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Origin MediumGerman, English

MeaningDouble-r spelling of Gary — from a short form of Germanic names with gar, 'spear' (as in Gareth/Garrett); 'spear, spearman'

U.S. rank (2025)#5949 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births15 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1954

Total births (all-time)≈ 47,669

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Garry is a double-r spelling of Gary — from a short form of Germanic names containing gar, 'spear' (such as Gareth, Garrett, or Garrison). Popularized by actor Gary Cooper, it's a vintage, friendly name; the -rr- styling personalizes it.

It registers thinly today. Rare now, spear at the root, and vintage.

Did you know? Gary comes from Germanic gar, 'spear' (a short form of names like Garrett or Gareth, popularized by actor Gary Cooper) — Garry is a double-r spelling; vintage and friendly.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name — Gary — root etymology

Variations

GaryGareyGarrie

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Gary— the standard spelling

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Gareth— a companion gar- name

Barry— another vintage -arry name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Garry mean?

Garry spells Gary — Germanic 'spear' (a short form of names like Garrett).

How do you pronounce Garry?

It's said GAIR-ee /ˈɡɛr.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Garry a boy or girl name?

Garry is a boy's name.

How popular is Garry?

Garry is a rare name in the U.S. today.