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Jeraldine
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
4,345
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1942
Peak Popularity Year
188
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jeraldine stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Jeraldine originates from the Germanic name Gerald, meaning 'spear ruler'. It evolved from Gerald and became popular in the 20th century as a feminine form. The name is characterized by strength and has vintage appeal, though it lacks biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛr.əlˌdiːn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Jeraldine is derived from the name Gerald, which itself comes from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'wald' meaning 'rule'. The name has been feminized by the addition of the suffix '-ine'.
Meaning
spear ruler
Language Evolution
Gerald, Geraldine
Historical Usage
Jeraldine gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of the masculine name Gerald.
Variants & Derivatives
Geraldine, Gerry, Jeri
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jeraldine is seen as a vintage name, often associated with strength and femininity, though it is not widely used today.
Famous People
Jeraldine Saunders, author and television producer known for creating 'The Love Boat'., Jeraldine McIntyre, noted American artist.
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 188 peak births in 1942
Geographic Spread
Popular across 29 US states, with strongest presence in Alabama
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1118th of 9107 | 787 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 691st of 9204 | 1,941 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1366th of 12526 | 1,095 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5079th of 19264 | 167 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9683rd of 27321 | 101 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9071st of 35406 | 184 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13399th of 30306 | 70 |