Holding steady.
Popularity of Jerauld since 1921
Babies named Jerauld per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 25 |
| 1930s | 53 |
| 1940s | 35 |
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jerauld is a rare masculine given name that saw its peak usage in the 1930s, specifically in 1935 as per the Social Security data. It has a stable trajectory in recent decades, with no significant resurgence. The name is a variant of Gerald or Jerald, and its spelling reflects a distinct orthographic choice common in early 20th-century naming. While its exact origin is uncertain, it is rooted in the Germanic tradition of compound names like Gerald and Gerard. The name has not ranked in the top 1000 since the mid-20th century, making it an uncommon choice today.
Jerauld is a rare given name that likely arose as a variant of Gerald, which is derived from the Germanic elements 'ger' (spear) and 'wald' (rule). The name appears in early 20th-century U.S. records. Its spelling with a 'J' and '-auld' distinguishes it from the more common Gerald and Gerard forms.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jerry, Jerd
Sibling names for Jerauld
Names that share Jerauld's style, for a brother or sister.
