Gary vs Adler

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gary

Boy #1,133 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

American English Irish

12 High Risk

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Boy #965 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"eagle"

Origin: Old High German

German Jewish American Austrian

✓ All Clear

Gary Rank #1,133

Adler Rank #965

Adler is more popular, ranked #965 vs #1133 for Gary.

Is Gary or Adler more popular?

Adler is more popular, ranked #965 compared to Gary at #1133 in the United States.

What do Gary and Adler mean?

Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Adler means "eagle" (Old High German origin).

Are Gary and Adler boy or girl names?

Gary is primarily a boy name. Adler is primarily a boy name.