Garvey is an Irish surname meaning “rough peace” or “spear-friend.”

Meaning & Origin:
From Gaelic “Garbh” (rough) and “aodh” (peace), or “gar” (spear) and “bheatha” (life). Became prominent through Jamaican activist Marcus Garvey.

Notable People:
Marcus Garvey (Jamaican activist), Steve Garvey (American baseball player).