Holding steady.
Popularity of Geraldene since 1913
Babies named Geraldene per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 54 |
| 1920s | 183 |
| 1930s | 215 |
| 1940s | 198 |
| 1950s | 85 |
| 1960s | 24 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Geraldene is a vintage feminine name that enjoyed a brief period of popularity in the early 20th century. It was first recorded in 1913, and its peak year was 1931, during which it was most common. Since then, its usage has declined sharply and has remained stable at near-zero levels. As a modern coinage, it combines the traditional Gerald with the fashionable suffix 'ene', reflecting early 1900s naming trends. Though no longer in common use, it carries a nostalgic charm for those seeking a rare, old-fashioned name.
Geraldene is a modern coinage formed from the masculine name Gerald (derived from Old Germanic 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'wald' meaning 'rule') and the feminine suffix 'ene', popular in the early 20th century. It was most commonly used in the 1930s, ranking highest in 1931, but has since fallen out of regular use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gerry, Dene
Variants: Geraldine
Sibling names for Geraldene
Names that share Geraldene's style, for a brother or sister.
