Gerald vs Gordon

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 #1,090 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great fort, spacious hill"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic

Scottish English American

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Gordon Rank #1,090

Gordon is more popular, ranked #1090 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Gerald or Gordon more popular?

Gordon is more popular, ranked #1090 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Gordon mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Gordon means "great fort, spacious hill" (Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic origin).

Are Gerald and Gordon boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Gordon is primarily a boy name.