Gerry
What does Gerry mean and where does it come from?
Gerry is often considered a diminutive of Geraldine or Gerald, which comes from the Irish name 'Gerald' (meaning 'spear ruler'). It is particularly popular in English-speaking countries, including Ireland, the UK, and the US. The name has a strong historical presence, often associated with individua
What middle names flow best with Gerry?
Gerry works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
How popular is Gerry right now?
Holding steady — currently #1896 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Gerry
The story of Gerry
Gerry entered American naming records in 1910 and has been in use for over 114 years. A total of 21,083 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2104 in 1910 to #1896 in 2023. Gerry is used for both genders: 32% female and 68% male.
Names that peaked alongside Gerry in 1943:
Gerry by decade
Gerry peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1900s | 12 | |
| 1910s | 255 | |
| 1920s | 1,052 | |
| 1930s | 2,611 | |
| 1940s | 5,037 | |
| 1950s ★ | 5,150 | |
| 1960s | 3,510 | |
| 1970s | 1,560 | |
| 1980s | 867 | |
| 1990s | 585 | |
| 2000s | 293 | |
| 2010s | 134 | |
| 2020s | 17 |
What are good nicknames for Gerry?
What names sound and feel like Gerry?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Gerry also consider these