Gerald vs Ash

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerald

Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #1,152 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"ash tree"

Origin: Old English

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Ash Rank #1,152

Ash is more popular, ranked #1152 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Gerald or Ash more popular?

Ash is more popular, ranked #1152 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Ash mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Ash means "ash tree" (Old English origin).

Are Gerald and Ash boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Ash is primarily a boy name.