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Boy’s name · US records 1880–2024

Gary

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Gary appeared in the US boy naming records from 1880 through 2024, reaching its highest point in 1952. It is a 2-syllable boy name ranked #35 by total recorded use. Common spelling relatives include Garry, Garey, Garrey.

#35boy rank
1952peak year
2syllables

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