Boy
Gerald
rule of the spear, spear ruler
About Gerald
This distinguished name carries a timeless quality that has endured through generations. Gerald presents itself as both approachable and refined, offering a child a sense of grounded identity from the start. The name suggests someone who possesses quiet strength and reliability—qualities that parents often hope to instill in their sons.
Throughout history, individuals bearing this name have been known for their dependability and measured approach to life's challenges. It's a name that ages well, sounding equally appropriate for a curious toddler, an ambitious young professional, or a respected elder.
The gentle consonants and flowing vowels create a pleasant auditory experience, making it easy to pronounce across various languages and cultures. Parents who choose Gerald often appreciate its classic nature without being overly common in contemporary settings, giving their child a name that stands out through its dignified restraint rather than novelty.
Popularity of the Name Gerald
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #586 | ||||
| 1881 | #470 | ||||
| 1882 | #478 | ||||
| 1883 | #503 | ||||
| 1884 | #419 | ||||
| 1885 | #368 | ||||
| 1886 | #322 | ||||
| 1887 | #352 | ||||
| 1888 | #337 | ||||
| 1889 | #234 | ||||
| 1890 | #258 | ||||
| 1891 | #239 | ||||
| 1892 | #221 | ||||
| 1893 | #230 | ||||
| 1894 | #197 | ||||
| 1895 | #193 | ||||
| 1896 | #169 | ||||
| 1897 | #166 | ||||
| 1898 | #165 | ||||
| 1899 | #144 | ||||
| 1900 | #140 | #84 | |||
| 1901 | #124 | #101 | |||
| 1902 | #127 | #76 | |||
| 1903 | #107 | ||||
| 1904 | #106 | #88 | |||
| 1905 | #113 | #85 | |||
| 1906 | #112 | #103 | |||
| 1907 | #102 | #94 | |||
| 1908 | #97 | #98 | |||
| 1909 | #95 | #90 | |||
| 1910 | #105 | #94 | |||
| 1911 | #88 | #93 | |||
| 1912 | #87 | #87 | |||
| 1913 | #84 | #87 | |||
| 1914 | #81 | #93 | |||
| 1915 | #78 | #100 | |||
| 1916 | #76 | #103 | |||
| 1917 | #69 | #111 | |||
| 1918 | #72 | #97 | |||
| 1919 | #70 | #110 | |||
| 1920 | #64 | #92 | |||
| 1921 | #60 | #68 | |||
| 1922 | #58 | #112 | |||
| 1923 | #54 | #76 | |||
| 1924 | #49 | #88 | |||
| 1925 | #45 | #76 | |||
| 1926 | #41 | #78 | |||
| 1927 | #38 | #72 | |||
| 1928 | #41 | #82 | |||
| 1929 | #33 | #82 | |||
| 1930 | #30 | #78 | |||
| 1931 | #26 | #87 | |||
| 1932 | #24 | #68 | |||
| 1933 | #22 | #69 | |||
| 1934 | #22 | #75 | |||
| 1935 | #21 | #75 | |||
| 1936 | #19 | #74 | |||
| 1937 | #20 | #79 | |||
| 1938 | #19 | #93 | |||
| 1939 | #19 | #77 | |||
| 1940 | #21 | #86 | |||
| 1941 | #20 | #90 | |||
| 1942 | #22 | #98 | |||
| 1943 | #23 | #96 | |||
| 1944 | #24 | #84 | |||
| 1945 | #25 | #83 | |||
| 1946 | #27 | #77 | |||
| 1947 | #28 | #98 | |||
| 1948 | #30 | #90 | |||
| 1949 | #33 | #90 | |||
| 1950 | #34 | #121 | |||
| 1951 | #36 | #101 | |||
| 1952 | #39 | #97 | |||
| 1953 | #42 | #84 | |||
| 1954 | #44 | #103 | |||
| 1955 | #48 | #90 | |||
| 1956 | #49 | #103 | |||
| 1957 | #51 | #96 | |||
| 1958 | #58 | #103 | |||
| 1959 | #61 | #103 | |||
| 1960 | #62 | #107 | |||
| 1961 | #62 | #119 | |||
| 1962 | #65 | #135 | |||
| 1963 | #60 | #140 | |||
| 1964 | #60 | #140 | #57 | ||
| 1965 | #64 | #171 | #64 | ||
| 1966 | #60 | #133 | #64 | ||
| 1967 | #59 | #184 | #73 | ||
| 1968 | #62 | #234 | #76 | ||
| 1969 | #65 | #187 | #94 | ||
| 1970 | #67 | #174 | #80 | ||
| 1971 | #83 | #196 | #93 | ||
| 1972 | #102 | #227 | #104 | ||
| 1973 | #102 | #208 | #101 | ||
| 1974 | #108 | #232 | #108 | ||
| 1975 | #108 | #232 | #92 | ||
| 1976 | #120 | #223 | #112 | ||
| 1977 | #131 | #273 | #110 | ||
| 1978 | #137 | #107 | |||
| 1979 | #143 | #128 | |||
| 1980 | #148 | #274 | #116 | ||
| 1981 | #154 | #296 | #129 | ||
| 1982 | #158 | #118 | |||
| 1983 | #168 | #116 | |||
| 1984 | #176 | #138 | |||
| 1985 | #181 | #130 | |||
| 1986 | #183 | #137 | |||
| 1987 | #190 | #144 | |||
| 1988 | #194 | #142 | |||
| 1989 | #201 | #162 | |||
| 1990 | #212 | #163 | |||
| 1991 | #235 | #176 | #260 | ||
| 1992 | #245 | #181 | #330 | ||
| 1993 | #256 | #169 | #361 | ||
| 1994 | #284 | #169 | #373 | ||
| 1995 | #299 | #228 | #400 | ||
| 1996 | #322 | #193 | #390 | ||
| 1997 | #336 | #626 | #199 | #422 | |
| 1998 | #376 | #772 | #303 | #513 | |
| 1999 | #379 | #305 | #531 | ||
| 2000 | #382 | #811 | #360 | #472 | |
| 2001 | #411 | #261 | #575 | ||
| 2002 | #444 | #505 | #694 | ||
| 2003 | #474 | #854 | #394 | #789 | |
| 2004 | #463 | #366 | #907 | ||
| 2005 | #520 | #323 | #790 | ||
| 2006 | #545 | #691 | |||
| 2007 | #544 | #699 | #838 | ||
| 2008 | #604 | #630 | #721 | ||
| 2009 | #630 | #501 | #786 | ||
| 2010 | #679 | #738 | |||
| 2011 | #628 | #661 | #821 | ||
| 2012 | #684 | ||||
| 2013 | #715 | #893 | |||
| 2014 | #810 | #777 | #953 | ||
| 2015 | #765 | #638 | |||
| 2016 | #810 | #467 | #914 | ||
| 2017 | #825 | ||||
| 2018 | #895 | ||||
| 2019 | #892 | ||||
| 2020 | #955 | ||||
| 2021 | #786 | ||||
| 2023 | #808 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Gerald
- Gerard
- Gerold
- Gérald
- Gearóid
- Giraldo
Names Similar to Gerald
Nicknames for Gerald
- Gerry
- Jerry
- Ger
- Ald
- Gez
Famous People Named Gerald
| Gerald Ford | 38th President of the United States |
| Gerald Butler | Scottish actor |
| Gerald McCoy | American football player |
| Gerald Green | American basketball player |
| Gerald Wallace | American basketball player |
| Gerald Anderson | Filipino-American actor |
| Gerald Levert | American singer-songwriter |
| Gerald Henderson Jr. | American basketball player |
| Gerald McRaney | American actor |
| Gerald Sensabaugh | American football player |
| Gerald Celente | American trend forecaster |
| Gerald Kaufman | British politician |
| Gerald Finzi | English composer |
| Gerald Scarfe | English cartoonist |
| Gerald Davies | Welsh rugby player |
| Gerald Cavendish Grosvenor | Duke of Westminster |
| Gerald McClellan | American boxer |
| Gerald Ciolek | German cyclist |
| Gerald Murnane | Australian writer |
| Gerald Asamoah | Ghanaian-German footballer |
Characters Named Gerald
| Gerald Broflovski | From the animated series South Park |
| Gerald O'Hara | From the novel and film "Gone with the Wind" |
| Gerald Johanssen | From the animated series Hey Arnold! |
| Gerald G. | From the comic strip Ziggy |
| Gerald Robotnik | From the Sonic the Hedgehog series |
| Gerald McBoing-Boing | From the animated short film and TV series |
| Gerald Fitzpatrick | From the novel "The Commitments" by Roddy Doyle |
| Gerald Tippett | From the film "The Wicker Man" |
| Gerald Lambeau | From the film "Good Will Hunting" |
| Gerald Forbes | From the film "The Heiress" |
| Gerald Durrell | From the TV series "The Durrells" |
| Gerald Liddle | From the film "A Home of Our Own" |
| Gerald Garner | From the film "Heavyweights" |
| Gerald Wilkins | From the film "Flight of the Navigator" |
| Gerald Granville | From the film "The Remains of the Day" |
| Gerald Randolph | From the film "The Lost Boys" |
| Gerald Morgan Jr. | From the film "Soul Food" |
| Gerald Samson | From the film "The Butcher's Wife" |
| Gerald Burlingame | From the novel and film "Gerald's Game" by Stephen King |
| Gerald Tarrant | From the novel "The Coldfire Trilogy" by C.S. Friedman |