Jerrald

“Jerrald is derived as a variation of the more common name Gerald, which has Old Germanic roots”

American origin · introduced to England by the Normans

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#768US 2023

1.4kBirths / yr

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835All-time births

📅 Since 191800

What does Jerrald mean and where does it come from?

Jerrald is derived as a variation of the more common name Gerald, which has Old Germanic roots. Gerald was introduced to England by the Normans. Although Jerrald has not reached widespread popularity like Gerald, it appears as a unique alternative in modern naming. There are fewer notable figures re

Cultural significance

Jerrald has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #1519 in 1938 — currently #768 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jerrald?

Jerrald works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jerrald Grace

How popular is Jerrald right now?

Holding steady — currently #768 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1930–2023#768 · Top 0.57%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#768	1,432	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#773	1,412	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#778	1,382	▲ up 8502 · +22933% births
2000	#9280	6	▼ down 2764 · -25% births
1995	#6516	8	▲ up 48 · +14% births
1990	#6564	7	▼ down 2424 · -30% births
1985	#4140	10	▼ down 985 · -29% births
1980	#3155	14	▼ down 8 · +17% births
1975	#3147	12	▼ down 1056 · -37% births
1970	#2091	19	▼ down 35 · +19% births
1965	#2056	16	▼ down 153 · -16% births
1960	#1903	19	▼ down 185 · -10% births
1955	#1718	21	▲ up 294 · +40% births
1950	#2012	15	▲ up 538 · +67% births
1945	#2550	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jerrald

Best Year2023Rank #768

Peak Count1,432

Average Rank#3031

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1930 - 202318 years

The story of Jerrald

Jerrald entered American naming records in 1918 and has been in use for over 106 years. With 835 total births recorded, Jerrald remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2771 in 1930 to #768 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jerrald in 1938:

Robert James John William Richard

Jerrald by decade

Jerrald peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	5
1920s	21
1930s	116
1940s	130
1950s	147
1960s ★	176
1970s	101
1980s	78
1990s	40
2000s	21

💎Jerrald has only 835 total recorded births since 1918 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jerrald?

Common

JerJeErrald

What names sound and feel like Jerrald?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jerrald also consider these

Jerald

American · a variant of

Derrald

American · Derived from Gerald,

Jerrall

American · spear ruler

Jerral

American · a modern variation

Gerrald

American · Rule of the

Merald

American · A variant of

Common questions about the name Jerrald

What does the name Jerrald mean?

Jerrald means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jerrald?

Jerrald is currently ranked #768 as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Jerrald?

Jerrald originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What are good nicknames for Jerrald?

Jerrald naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.

What personality traits are associated with the name Jerrald?

Studies on name perception suggest that Jerrald is often associated with strength and reliability. Of course, personality is shaped by experience, not a name — but the perception can influence first impressions throughout life.