Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Derald originates from the Old English name 'Deorwald', meaning 'dear ruler'. The name has evolved through historical forms such as Deorwald and Derwald. It is characterized by its vintage appeal and is associated with leadership traits. There is no significant biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛr.əld/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Derald is derived from the Old English name 'Deorwald', which combines the elements 'deor', meaning 'animal' or 'dear', and 'wald', meaning 'rule' or 'power'.
Meaning
dear ruler
Language Evolution
Deorwald, Derwald, Derald
Historical Usage
The name Derald gained popularity in the early to mid 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of more traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Derald, Deral, Dee, Derry
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Derald is considered an uncommon name, often viewed as vintage or classic.
Famous People
Derald E. H. Crouch, an American politician, Derald C. R. Smith, an influential figure in the field of education
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 75 peak births in 1929
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in Nebraska
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1825th of 7545 | 290 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 923rd of 6773 | 885 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1342nd of 7552 | 635 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2396th of 10718 | 257 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5665th of 16616 | 117 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22675th of 24088 | 6 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
57.56% 815th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
34.48% 533rd/1546 |
- |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
56.50% 874th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
51.91% 1156th/2227 |
- |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
44.25% 1228th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
55.91% 1967th/3518 |
55.96% 2263rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Nebraska across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1825th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 923rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1342nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2396th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5665th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22675th out of 24088 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.