How popular is the name Gerold in 2025?

Gerold is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Gerold most popular?

Gerold peaked in 1939, reaching #610 among US boy names.

Gerold will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Gerold entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #610 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#610

peak (1939)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,500 people named Gerold are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Gerold alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Gerold in 2025?: Gerold is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Gerold most popular?: Gerold peaked in 1939, reaching #610 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Gerold with classmates?: Gerold will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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