Gerald vs Bailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerald

Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English Irish American

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Boy #1,270 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"outer wall of a castle (bailey)"

Origin: Old French

English American Scottish

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Bailey Rank #1,270

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1270 for Bailey.

Is Gerald or Bailey more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Bailey at #1270 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Bailey mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Gerald and Bailey boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.