Holding steady.
Popularity of Gerrald since 1926
Babies named Gerrald per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1949, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Gerrald's real moment was 1939.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 19 |
| 1940s | 50 |
| 1950s | 39 |
| 1960s | 27 |
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gerrald is an alternative spelling of Gerald, a name that enjoyed moderate popularity in the early 20th century. According to Social Security data, the name reached its peak in 1939, though it never broke into the top ranks. First recorded in 1926, Gerrald has seen consistently low usage, with no recent resurgence. While Gerald itself experienced a revival later in the 20th century, this variant remained uncommon. The name's stable trajectory reflects its quiet presence across decades, primarily used in the United States.
Gerrald is a variant spelling of Gerald, from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'wald' meaning 'rule.' Introduced to England by the Normans, it was common in medieval times but later became less frequent.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gerry, Jerry
Sibling names for Gerrald
Names that share Gerrald's style, for a brother or sister.
