Gerald
boy name#1204 in 2025Gerald entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #19 in 1936, ranks #1204 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1204
rank today
#19
peak (1936)
168
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #401 |
| 1890s | #198 |
| 1900s | #112 |
| 1910s | #81 |
| 1920s | #48 |
| 1930s | #22 |
| 1940s | #25 |
| 1950s | #46 |
| 1960s | #62 |
| 1970s | #110 |
| 1980s | #175 |
| 1990s | #294 |
| 2000s | #502 |
| 2010s | #770 |
| 2020s | #1071 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Gerald has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 228,000 people named Gerald are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gerald alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gerald in 2025?
- Gerald ranks #1204 among US boy names in 2025, with 168 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gerald most popular?
- Gerald peaked in 1936, reaching #19 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gerald with classmates?
- Gerald will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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