Gary vs Lux

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 #1,225 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"light"

Origin: Latin

English European American

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Gary Rank #1,133

Lux Rank #1,225

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 vs #1225 for Lux.

Is Gary or Lux more popular?

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 compared to Lux at #1225 in the United States.

What do Gary and Lux mean?

Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Lux means "light" (Latin origin).

Are Gary and Lux boy or girl names?

Gary is primarily a boy name. Lux is primarily a boy name.