Gary vs Kacey

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 #1,045 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave in battle, vigilant"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish American

✓ All Clear

Gary Rank #1,133

Kacey Rank #1,045

Kacey is more popular, ranked #1045 vs #1133 for Gary.

Is Gary or Kacey more popular?

Kacey is more popular, ranked #1045 compared to Gary at #1133 in the United States.

What do Gary and Kacey mean?

Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Kacey means "brave in battle, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Gary and Kacey boy or girl names?

Gary is primarily a boy name. Kacey is primarily a boy name.