Geraldin Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJER-uh-l-din / /ˈdʒɛr.ə.ldɪn/English; German
Meaning
English: rules by the spear; German: brave with a spear
Historical & Cultural Background
Geraldin is a feminine form of the name Gerald, which has roots in Old German. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is less common than its masculine counterpart but has seen occasional use in literature and naming trends.
Trend Summary
Geraldin has not been widely popular in the United States and remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Geraldine
International Variants
- Geraldine (French)
- Geraldina (Italian)
Famous people named Geraldin
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Fictional characters named Geraldin
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Geraldin was first seen in the United States in 1964. Geraldin has ranked as high as #1152 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Geraldin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Geraldin (1988)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2023 | 8 |