Geri
Pronunciation: [ j-EHR-ee ]
Geri is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,850 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Geri first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 6,924 babies have been named Geri in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Geri is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,850 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,850
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Geri is also used as a boy name, ranked #39215.
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About the Name Geri
Geri is a girl name .
Is Geri a boy or girl name? Geri is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #23,850 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #39,215. Geri is more commonly used as a girl name.
Geri is currently ranked #23,850 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Geri include Geraldine, Germany, Gertrude . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis