Holding steady.
Popularity of Gera since 1954
Babies named Gera per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 26 |
| 1960s | 24 |
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 32 |
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gera is an uncommon name in the United States, first recorded in 1954. It has never entered the top 1,000 names, and its peak usage occurred in 1986 with only a handful of births. The name shows a stable trajectory over the decades, with no significant revival or decline. Although it appears most frequently in the 1980s, it remains rare across all states, with no top state concentration. Parents drawn to Gera may appreciate its simplicity and cross-cultural echoes, yet its uncertain origin ensures it remains a distinctive choice without strong gender associations.
Gera may derive from the Hebrew root gur, meaning 'sojourner' or 'grain'. Alternatively, it could be a shortened form of Germanic compound names such as Gerhart or Gerald, where Ger- means 'spear'. Despite its presence in the U.S. since the mid-20th century, no single origin is firmly established, and the name remains rare in use.
Sibling names for Gera
Names that share Gera's style, for a brother or sister.
