Gerry Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJER-ee / /ˈdʒɛri/Irish; German
Meaning
Irish: spear ruler; German: rules with a spear
Historical & Cultural Background
Gerry is often considered a diminutive of Gerald or Gerard. The name has roots in both Irish and German cultures, reflecting different meanings associated with leadership and strength. It has been used in various forms across different regions, contributing to its popularity. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different decades.
Trend Summary
Gerry has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Garry
- Gery
International Variants
- Gérard (French)
- Gerardo (Spanish)
- Giorgio (Italian)
Famous people named Gerry
Gerry Adams is an Irish politician known for his role in the Northern Ireland peace process.
Gerry Rice is a prominent American sports journalist recognized for his coverage of the NBA.
Gerry Mulligan was an influential American jazz saxophonist and composer.
Gerry Anderson was a British television and film producer known for creating the Supermarionation series.
Fictional characters named Gerry
Gerry the Giraffe is a character in the children's book series 'Gerry the Giraffe' who teaches lessons about friendship.
Gerry is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball' known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gerry was first seen in the United States in 1904. Gerry has ranked as high as #675 nationally, which occurred in 1958, and has been most popular in California, New York, Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Gerry has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gerry (2009)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1904 | 7 |
1905 | 5 |
1911 | 5 |
1914 | 6 |
1915 | 10 |
1916 | 9 |
1917 | 13 |
1918 | 22 |
1919 | 17 |
1920 | 10 |
1921 | 18 |
1922 | 21 |
1923 | 8 |
1924 | 20 |
1925 | 20 |
1926 | 40 |
1927 | 31 |
1928 | 42 |
1929 | 42 |
1930 | 63 |
1931 | 66 |
1932 | 74 |
1933 | 80 |
1934 | 104 |
1935 | 116 |
1936 | 134 |
1937 | 167 |
1938 | 170 |
1939 | 169 |
1940 | 216 |
1941 | 235 |
1942 | 330 |
1943 | 273 |
1944 | 285 |
1945 | 276 |
1946 | 336 |
1947 | 375 |
1948 | 335 |
1949 | 302 |
1950 | 291 |
1951 | 259 |
1952 | 312 |
1953 | 335 |
1954 | 336 |
1955 | 393 |
1956 | 453 |
1957 | 513 |
1958 | 524 |
1959 | 484 |
1960 | 426 |
1961 | 375 |
1962 | 327 |
1963 | 291 |
1964 | 297 |
1965 | 294 |
1966 | 258 |
1967 | 233 |
1968 | 209 |
1969 | 233 |
1970 | 194 |
1971 | 198 |
1972 | 161 |
1973 | 125 |
1974 | 120 |
1975 | 114 |
1976 | 105 |
1977 | 104 |
1978 | 114 |
1979 | 105 |
1980 | 95 |
1981 | 91 |
1982 | 107 |
1983 | 79 |
1984 | 73 |
1985 | 76 |
1986 | 68 |
1987 | 68 |
1988 | 75 |
1989 | 73 |
1990 | 73 |
1991 | 59 |
1992 | 72 |
1993 | 64 |
1994 | 49 |
1995 | 44 |
1996 | 58 |
1997 | 37 |
1998 | 51 |
1999 | 35 |
2000 | 26 |
2001 | 38 |
2002 | 34 |
2003 | 36 |
2004 | 25 |
2005 | 34 |
2006 | 21 |
2007 | 24 |
2008 | 24 |
2009 | 31 |
2010 | 12 |
2011 | 16 |
2012 | 8 |
2013 | 17 |
2014 | 16 |
2015 | 7 |
2016 | 20 |
2017 | 13 |
2018 | 9 |
2019 | 16 |
2020 | 17 |
2021 | 8 |
2022 | 6 |
2023 | 11 |
2024 | 9 |