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Khai vs Gary

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Khai

Boy #949 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"triumphant, victorious"

Origin: Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese American Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#949
Total SSA Count
240
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Khai Rank #949
Gary Rank #1,133

Khai is more popular, ranked #949 vs #1133 for Gary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Khai or Gary more popular?

Khai is more popular, ranked #949 compared to Gary at #1133 in the United States.

What do Khai and Gary mean?

Khai means "triumphant, victorious" (Vietnamese origin). Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Khai and Gary boy or girl names?

Khai is primarily a boy name. Gary is primarily a boy name.

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