Gerald vs Bastian

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 #1,003 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"venerable, revered"

Origin: Greek

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Bastian Rank #1,003

Bastian is more popular, ranked #1003 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Gerald or Bastian more popular?

Bastian is more popular, ranked #1003 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Bastian mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Bastian means "venerable, revered" (Greek origin).

Are Gerald and Bastian boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Bastian is primarily a boy name.