Holding steady.
Popularity of Jeralynn since 1956
Babies named Jeralynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 7 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 38 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jeralynn is a modern female name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1956. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names and remains a rare choice. The name saw its highest usage in 2010, after which its trajectory has remained stable. Jeralynn did not appear in any top states, indicating its use is scattered across the country. The name likely blends the sound of Geraldine or Jeri with the fashionable suffix -lynn, following a pattern of creating distinctive compound names mid-century. While its meaning is uncertain, its construction reflects a creative approach to naming that prioritizes individuality over tradition.
Jeralynn is a modern American coinage from the mid-20th century. It appears to be a blend of the name Geraldine (from Gerald, derived from Germanic elements ger 'spear' and wald 'rule') or a variant like Jeri, with the feminine suffix -lynn (from Lynn, originally a Welsh place name or stream). The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1956 and saw moderate use, peaking in 2010. Its construction reflects a trend of creating unique compound names using popular elements.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jeri, Lynn, Jera
Sibling names for Jeralynn
Names that share Jeralynn's style, for a brother or sister.
