Gerlad Boy
Origin(s)
English; German
Meaning
English: Spear ruler; German: Brave with a spear
Historical & Cultural Background
Gerald is derived from the Old German name Gerwald, which combines the elements 'ger' meaning spear and 'wald' meaning rule. The name has been used in various forms across Europe, particularly in English-speaking countries. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages and has been borne by several notable figures throughout history.
Trend Summary
Gerald has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Gerard, Geraldo, Gilbert, Gordon, Galen
Variants
- Geraldus
- Geraldo
International Variants
- Gerardo (Spanish)
- Gérald (French)
- Geraldus (Latin)
Famous people named Gerlad
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Fictional characters named Gerlad
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gerlad was first seen in the United States in 1941. Gerlad has ranked as high as #880 nationally, which occurred in 1941, and has no trending data available at the state level. In the past 5 years the name Gerlad has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gerlad
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |