443,595
There are 443,595 people in United States with name Gerald
144th
Gerald is the 144th most popular first name in United States
Approximately 138 people out of every 100K bear this name

99.95% of the people are Male, and 0.05% are Female with the first name Gerald

Male Count - 443,387
Female Count - 208

So, statistically the name Gerald is considered to be Male

Year Wise Usages
The average age of the people named Gerald is 63 years
Young
4,170
Adult
21,608
Old
230,159
255,937
Approximately 255,937 individuals named Gerald are estimated to be alive
187,658
While around 187,658 individuals named Gerald are estimated to have deceased

Did you know?

  • 28.39% of the names in the United States have the same number of characters as yours
  • 2.51% of the names in United States start with the letter G
  • Origin of James : 12th century
Different Versions of Gerald?
Meaning?
Gerald is a Germanic name meaning 'ruler with a spear'. It was popularized by the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne and has been used by many kings and nobles throughout history.
Gerald is not just a name! It has many hidden meanings...
G
Glitter, the spark that is you.
E
Exotic, no lack of spirit here!
R
Romp, you know how to have fun!
A
Altruism, the unselfish you.
L
Loyal, through thick and thin.
D
Dream, your beacon ahead.

State Wise Usages

New York has the highest number of people using the first name while Alaska has the lowest number of people.

  • Gerald in New York - 39,029
  • Gerald in Alaska - 533
New York
39,029
Michigan
35,348
Pennsylvania
32,439
Illinois
28,061
Ohio
24,024
Wisconsin
19,385
Texas
17,051
Minnesota
15,994
Missouri
11,306
Indiana
11,293
Louisiana
10,594
New Jersey
10,073
Florida
8,421
North Carolina
7,481
Georgia
7,339
Washington
7,339
Kentucky
6,447
Nebraska
6,367
Alabama
6,272
Virginia
6,188
Oklahoma
6,142
Colorado
4,888
South Carolina
4,848
Maryland
4,819
Arkansas
4,241
Mississippi
4,053
West Virginia
4,017
Oregon
3,993
North Dakota
3,581
South Dakota
2,908
Washington DC
2,298
Utah
2,189
Arizona
1,986
New Mexico
1,947
Rhode Island
1,946
Idaho
1,893
New Hampshire
1,307
Vermont
1,206
Wyoming
854
Delaware
833
Alaska
533