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Ezra vs Geraldine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ezra

Boy #13 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, powerful"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#13
Total SSA Count
8,774
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Ezra Rank #13
Geraldine Rank #2,024

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 vs #2024 for Geraldine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ezra or Geraldine more popular?

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 compared to Geraldine at #2024 in the United States.

What do Ezra and Geraldine mean?

Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin). Geraldine means "spear ruler" (Old Germanic origin).

Are Ezra and Geraldine boy or girl names?

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

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