Gerldine
girl nameGerldine entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1552 in 1933, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#1552
peak (1933)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3587 |
| 1920s | #3074 |
| 1930s | #2424 |
| 1940s | #3081 |
| 1950s | #4572 |
| 1960s | #6401 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Gerldine are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gerldine 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 Gerldine in 2025?
- Gerldine is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gerldine most popular?
- Gerldine peaked in 1933, reaching #1552 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gerldine with classmates?
- Gerldine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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