Gary vs Mael

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 #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

Breton French Welsh Irish

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Gary Rank #1,133

Mael Rank #1,060

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 vs #1133 for Gary.

Is Gary or Mael more popular?

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 compared to Gary at #1133 in the United States.

What do Gary and Mael mean?

Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin).

Are Gary and Mael boy or girl names?

Gary is primarily a boy name. Mael is primarily a boy name.