Gerardine Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjeh-RAH-deen / /ʒəˈrɑː.din/French; Germanic
Meaning
French: brave spear; Germanic: strong with a spear
Historical & Cultural Background
Gerardine is a feminine form of the name Gerard, which has roots in both French and Germanic languages. The name has been used in various cultures, often associated with strength and bravery. It is less common than its masculine counterpart but has seen occasional use in English-speaking countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gerarda
- Gerardina
International Variants
- Gerarda (Spanish)
- Gerardine (English)
Famous people named Gerardine
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Fictional characters named Gerardine
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gerardine was first seen in the United States in 1930. Gerardine has ranked as high as #994 nationally, which occurred in 1950, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Gerardine has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gerardine (1947)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |