Gary vs Tharon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Gar

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Gary Rank #1,133
Tharon Rank #13,631

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 vs #13631 for Tharon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gary ___

  • Gary James
  • Gary Lee
  • Gary Alan
  • Gary Wayne
  • Gary Dean
  • Gary Ray

Tharon ___

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gary or Tharon more popular?

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 compared to Tharon at #13631 in the United States.

What do Gary and Tharon mean?

Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Gary and Tharon boy or girl names?

Gary is primarily a boy name. Tharon is primarily a boy name.

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