Leary
Pronunciation: [ l-IHR-ee ]
Leary is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,617 in the US, popular nicknames include Lea, Ley, and Leaie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Leary first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 35 babies have been named Leary in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leary is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,617 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,617
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Leary is also used as a girl name, ranked #48734.
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About the Name Leary
Leary is a boy name .
Is Leary a boy or girl name? Leary is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #38,617 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #48,734. Leary is more commonly used as a boy name.
Leary is currently ranked #38,617 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Leary include Lea, Ley, and Leaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis