Gerald vs Coast

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 #1,143 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"land bordering the sea"

Origin: Old French

English American

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Coast Rank #1,143

Coast is more popular, ranked #1143 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Gerald or Coast more popular?

Coast is more popular, ranked #1143 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Coast mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Coast means "land bordering the sea" (Old French origin).

Are Gerald and Coast boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Coast is primarily a boy name.