Gerald
Gerald is a name of Germanic origin meaning "ruler with the spear" or "spear warrior," derived from the elements "ger" (spear) and "wald" (rule). It was brought to England by the Normans and has maintained a dignified, traditional presence throughout history.
Current Popularity
#1206 for boys
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Has a classic, somewhat vintage feel that may appeal to those seeking traditional names
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Jerry is the dominant nickname and may become the primary name used
- •Strong historical and presidential associations lend gravitas
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Gerald Ford
38th President of the United States
Gerald Durrell
Naturalist and author
Jerry Seinfeld
Comedian and actor
Jerry Garcia
Musician and Grateful Dead founder
Statistics
448,966
Total births since 1880
1942
Peak year
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