Gerald vs Cormac

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 #1,259 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"chariot boy"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish American

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Cormac Rank #1,259

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1259 for Cormac.

Is Gerald or Cormac more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Cormac at #1259 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Cormac mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Cormac means "chariot boy" (Old Irish origin).

Are Gerald and Cormac boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Cormac is primarily a boy name.