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Gerald vs Davion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerald

Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,168
Total SSA Count
178
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Davion

Boy #1,240 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved (from David)"

Origin: Hebrew via American coinage

Cultural Roots

American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,240
Total SSA Count
161
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gerald Rank #1,168
Davion Rank #1,240

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1240 for Davion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerald or Davion more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Davion at #1240 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Davion mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Davion means "beloved (from David)" (Hebrew via American coinage origin).

Are Gerald and Davion boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Davion is primarily a boy name.

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