GERALDINE
The meaning of the unisex name Geraldine is RULES BY THE SPEAR. FEMININE OF GERALD..
Details on GERALDINE:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Rules by the spear. feminine of gerald
- Popularity for Girl:
- 3,722nd in the USA (top 15%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 19,802nd in the USA (bottom 35%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
97 births
GERALDINE as a GIRL in 2024
6 births
GERALDINE as a BOY in 1989
The meaning(s) of GERALDINE:
The name Geraldine is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Geraldine is: Capable with a spear.
The name Geraldine is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Geraldine is: Capable with a spear.
The name Geraldine is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Geraldine is: Mighty with a spear. Rules by the spear. Feminine of Gerald.
The name Geraldine is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Geraldine is: Rules by the spear, ruling spear. Feminine form of Gerald:.
USA SSA birth(s) for GERALDINE:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name GERALDINE
GERALDINE as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 97 births |
| 2023 | 131 births |
| 2022 | 131 births |
| 2021 | 132 births |
| 2020 | 98 births |
| 2019 | 147 births |
| 2018 | 121 births |
| 2017 | 132 births |
| 2016 | 139 births |
| 2015 | 130 births |
| 2014 | 158 births |
| 2013 | 163 births |
| 2012 | 254 births |
| 2011 | 265 births |
| 2010 | 208 births |
| 2009 | 202 births |
GERALDINE as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 6 births |
| 1988 | 11 births |
| 1982 | 5 births |
| 1968 | 6 births |
| 1967 | 9 births |
| 1966 | 8 births |
| 1962 | 7 births |
| 1961 | 5 births |
| 1957 | 7 births |
| 1956 | 7 births |
| 1955 | 12 births |
| 1954 | 10 births |
| 1953 | 10 births |
| 1952 | 12 births |
| 1951 | 5 births |
| 1950 | 9 births |
About the name GERALDINE
Geraldine, a name steeped in elegance and grace, traces its roots back to the Old Germanic elements "ger" meaning "spear" and "wald" meaning "rule," symbolizing a powerful protector or ruler. This name carries a sense of nobility, often associated with strength and leadership. Geraldine has found its place in various cultures, notably in English-speaking countries, where it gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often linked to literary figures and classic heroines. The name is particularly cherished in Ireland and the United States, where it evokes a timeless charm. In France, the name retains a certain sophistication, often pronounced with a lilting melody that brings to mind the gentle elegance of its bearers. Geraldine embodies not just a name, but a legacy of resilience and dignity, making it a lovely choice for a child destined to shine with a spirit of determination and grace.
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