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Updated November 24, 2023 by Jennifer M.

Gerald

  • Gender: Male
  • Origin: English
  • Meaning: Rules With Spear
#Politician

What is the meaning of the name Gerald?

The name Gerald is primarily a male name of English origin that means Rules With Spear.

Gerald Ford, U.S. President.

People who like the name Gerald also like:

Caleb, Benjamin, Daniel, George, Xavier, Andrew, Simon, Olivia, Phoebe, Eleanor, Charlotte, Evelyn, Ruby, Mabel

Names like Gerald:

Geralt, Garold, Gerallt, Geraldo

Stats for the Name Gerald

checkmark Gerald is currently not in the top 100 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts
checkmark Gerald is currently not ranked in U.S. births

Potential drawbacks of using the name Gerald:

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1. Gerald may be considered an old-fashioned or outdated name by some people.
2. The name Gerald might be difficult for young children to pronounce or spell correctly.
3. Some individuals may associate the name Gerald with negative stereotypes or fictional characters they dislike.
4. Gerald is a relatively common name, which means there could be multiple individuals with the same name in certain social circles or professional settings.
5. The name Gerald might not have a strong cultural or historical significance compared to other names, which could be seen as a drawback for those seeking a more meaningful or unique name choice.