Gerald vs Harris

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 #1,322 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Harry, home ruler"

Origin: English

English American Scottish

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Harris Rank #1,322

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1322 for Harris.

Is Gerald or Harris more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Harris at #1322 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Harris mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Harris means "son of Harry, home ruler" (English origin).

Are Gerald and Harris boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Harris is primarily a boy name.