Geary Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Geary is an Irish name originating from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Gairbhith', meaning 'descendant of the rough one'. It has evolved through various forms and is recognized for its strong connotation. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Geary gained popularity in the 19th century among Irish communities, especially in America, and is often viewed positively in contemporary culture.
The name Geary is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Geary has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Geary' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4668th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1645th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 828th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2068th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4426th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15196th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Geary' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Geary"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɪəri/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Geary is derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Gairbhith', which means 'descendant of Gairbhith', where 'Gairbhith' means 'rough' or 'savage'.
Meaning
descendant of the rough one
Language Evolution
Ó Gairbhith, Gairbhith, Geary
Historical Usage
The name Geary has been used in Ireland and among Irish immigrants, particularly in the United States, gaining popularity during the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Geary, Garry, Gerry
Modern Popularity & Image
Geary is perceived as a traditional yet modern name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Patrick Geary, a noted historian, Geary O’Donnell, an Irish politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Geary"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Geary"
"Geary" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4668th of 7545 | 40 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1645th of 6773 | 338 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 828th of 7552 | 1,548 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2068th of 10718 | 328 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4426th of 16616 | 173 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 15196th of 24088 | 30 |
Regional Popularity of "Geary" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
63.75% 1500th/2353 |
54.17% 838th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
35.16% 783rd/2227 |
35.02% 851st/2430 |
27.34% 780th/2853 |
25.23% 700th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
55.91% 1967th/3518 |
38.97% 1576th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
50.70% 3203rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Geary" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Geary"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Geary" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.