Jerald
girl nameJerald entered the US charts in 1932, peaked at #3687 in 1944, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1932–2025
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rank today
#3687
peak (1944)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3955 |
| 1940s | #4186 |
| 1950s | #5182 |
| 1960s | #6648 |
| 1970s | #9284 |
| 1990s | #13317 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jerald are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jerald alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jerald in 2025?
- Jerald is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Jerald most popular?
- Jerald peaked in 1944, reaching #3687 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jerald with classmates?
- Jerald will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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