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Carrie vs Geraldine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Geraldine

Girl #2,024 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"spear ruler"

Origin: Old Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,024
Total SSA Count
97
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Carrie Rank #3,054
Geraldine Rank #2,024

Geraldine is more popular, ranked #2024 vs #3054 for Carrie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carrie or Geraldine more popular?

Geraldine is more popular, ranked #2024 compared to Carrie at #3054 in the United States.

What do Carrie and Geraldine mean?

Carrie means "free woman, strong" (Old High German origin). Geraldine means "spear ruler" (Old Germanic origin).

Are Carrie and Geraldine boy or girl names?

Carrie is primarily a girl name. Geraldine is primarily a girl name.

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