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
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
| 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