Jeral Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJER-al / /ˈdʒɛr.əl/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Variant of Gerald; Hebrew: God will uplift
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeral is often considered a modern variant of the name Gerald, which has Old Germanic roots. The name Gerald was popular in medieval England and has been used in various forms across different cultures. In Hebrew, the name carries a spiritual connotation, suggesting divine support or elevation. The name Jeral itself is less common and may reflect contemporary naming trends.
Trend Summary
The name Jeral has seen limited use and remains relatively uncommon in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gerald
- Jeraldo
International Variants
- Gerardo (Spanish)
- Gérald (French)
Famous people named Jeral
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Fictional characters named Jeral
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeral was first seen in the United States in 1924. Jeral has ranked as high as #1106 nationally, which occurred in 1958, and has been most popular in Arkansas. In the past 5 years the name Jeral has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeral (1948)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |