Gerrold
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Gerrold first appeared in US Social Security records in 1964.
Over 5 babies have been named Gerrold in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gerrold is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #30,560 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #30,560
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Gerrold
Gerrold is a boy name .
Gerrold is currently ranked #30,560 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gerrold include Ger, Gerr, Gerry, Gerrie, Old, Oldy, Oldie, Gey, Geie, and Gerkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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