Garey is an uncommon yet intriguing given name of English origin. It's believed to be a variant spelling of the name Gary, which has its roots in the Middle English personal name 'Gerard', itself derived from the Germanic elements 'geri' meaning 'spear' and '-hard' meaning 'strong'. Therefore, Garey could symbolize strength or courage. The name first gained prominence in the United States during the mid-20th century but remains relatively rare today.
The name Garey experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks as high as 61 births in 1952 and valleys as low as 5 births in multiple years from 2000 onwards. It appears to have been most popular during the mid-20th century, with a decline noticeable since the late 1970s.