Gary vs Harlem

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 #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

American African-American Dutch

✓ All Clear

Gary Rank #1,133

Harlem Rank #1,015

Harlem is more popular, ranked #1015 vs #1133 for Gary.

Is Gary or Harlem more popular?

Harlem is more popular, ranked #1015 compared to Gary at #1133 in the United States.

What do Gary and Harlem mean?

Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin).

Are Gary and Harlem boy or girl names?

Gary is primarily a boy name. Harlem is primarily a boy name.