Gerald vs Dash

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 #969 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to run fast, a burst of speed"

Origin: Middle English

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Dash Rank #969

Dash is more popular, ranked #969 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Gerald or Dash more popular?

Dash is more popular, ranked #969 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Dash mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Dash means "to run fast, a burst of speed" (Middle English origin).

Are Gerald and Dash boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Dash is primarily a boy name.