Garry

spear (Germanic)

Garry is a english / other boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 284, with 26,261 records. It has 2 syllables.

English / Other American period
May 2021 rank
#284
May 2021 records
26,261
Syllables
2
Origin
English / Other
Background
American period
Sound
Neutral

Origin and meaning

spear (Germanic)

Garry is a variant spelling of Gary, originating from an English surname of Norman-Germanic extraction related to the root meaning 'spear'. In the Philippines, English names gained widespread popularity during and after the American colonial era. It remains a standard, recognizable male given name across generations.

Variant of Gary, derived from Germanic elements meaning 'spear' (often via names like Garrett or Gerald) or from an English surname. It entered the Philippine naming pool via American cultural influence in the 20th century.

English 80% Other 20%

Name character

Strength
3/5
Modernity
2/5
Formal feel
2/5
Sound: Neutral Warrior Pairs with short or long surnames Travels well

In the Philippines

Often used as a standalone name or in combination with traditional Catholic middle/second names. Commonly nicknamed 'Gar' or 'Garry'.

Best known for: Gary Valenciano (frequently associated via the primary spelling of the name)

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In the civil registry as of May 2021, Garry is number 284, with 26,261 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.