Cary vs Geraldine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cary

Boy #3,642 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pleasant stream"

Origin: Celtic

English American Welsh

✓ All Clear

Girl #2,024 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"spear ruler"

Origin: Old Germanic

English French American Irish

15 High Risk

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Cary Rank #3,642

Geraldine Rank #2,024

Geraldine is more popular, ranked #2024 vs #3642 for Cary.

Is Cary or Geraldine more popular?

Geraldine is more popular, ranked #2024 compared to Cary at #3642 in the United States.

What do Cary and Geraldine mean?

Cary means "pleasant stream" (Celtic origin). Geraldine means "spear ruler" (Old Germanic origin).

Are Cary and Geraldine boy or girl names?

Cary is primarily a boy name. Geraldine is primarily a girl name.