Geraldine
girl name#2438 in 2025Geraldine entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #38 in 1931, ranks #2438 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2438
rank today
#38
peak (1931)
73
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #500 |
| 1890s | #336 |
| 1900s | #202 |
| 1910s | #108 |
| 1920s | #56 |
| 1930s | #42 |
| 1940s | #62 |
| 1950s | #156 |
| 1960s | #294 |
| 1970s | #804 |
| 1980s | #1063 |
| 1990s | #1461 |
| 2000s | #1532 |
| 2010s | #1402 |
| 2020s | #1862 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Geraldine has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 82,500 people named Geraldine are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Geraldine alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Geraldine in 2025?
- Geraldine ranks #2438 among US girl names in 2025, with 73 babies given the name.
- When was the name Geraldine most popular?
- Geraldine peaked in 1931, reaching #38 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Geraldine with classmates?
- Geraldine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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