Gary vs Aiko

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gary

Boy #1,133 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,133
Total SSA Count
187
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Aiko

Boy #10,540 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"child of love"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,540
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Gary Rank #1,133
Aiko Rank #10,540

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 vs #10540 for Aiko.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gary or Aiko more popular?

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 compared to Aiko at #10540 in the United States.

What do Gary and Aiko mean?

Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Aiko means "child of love" (Japanese origin).

Are Gary and Aiko boy or girl names?

Gary is primarily a boy name. Aiko is primarily a boy name.

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