Gerald vs Freddy

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 #1,334 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English German American Spanish

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Freddy Rank #1,334

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1334 for Freddy.

Is Gerald or Freddy more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Freddy at #1334 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Freddy mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Freddy means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Gerald and Freddy boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Freddy is primarily a boy name.