Holding steady.
Popularity of Gerri since 1925
Babies named Gerri per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 17 |
| 1930s | 155 |
| 1940s | 629 |
| 1950s | 1,400 |
| 1960s | 1,780 |
| 1970s | 896 |
| 1980s | 397 |
| 1990s | 150 |
| 2000s | 16 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gerri is a mid-20th-century diminutive of Geraldine that enjoyed peak popularity in 1958, when it was most commonly given to baby girls. Although it has not ranked in the top 1000 in recent years, it has remained in steady but limited use, reflecting the trajectory of vintage nickname-style names. The name's sound is bright and familiar, often associated with the upbeat style of the 1950s. Gerri's usage has been stable over the decades, with a small but consistent number of births each year, primarily in the United States.
Gerri originated as a diminutive of Geraldine, the feminine form of Gerald, which derives from the Germanic elements 'ger' (spear) and 'wald' (rule). It became popular in the mid-20th century, often used as an independent given name rather than a nickname.
Where Gerri is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ger, Geri
Sibling names for Gerri
Names that share Gerri's style, for a brother or sister.
