Geary is a masculine given name of Irish origin. It is primarily derived from the surname Geary, which is an Anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic Ó Gáirí. The root personal name Gáire is interpreted to mean "laughter" or "a shout."
As a given name, Geary is relatively uncommon. Its use typically stems from the practice of adopting surnames as first names, a common tradition in many English-speaking cultures, often to honor family ancestry or prominent individuals.
Notable people with the given name Geary include:
- Geary Johnson (born 1956), American basketball player and coach.
- Geary F. Larrick (born 1941), American author and composer.
- Geary A. Davis (born 1943), American political scientist and educator.