Gerald vs Kolby

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 #1,272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark settlement, coal town"

Origin: Old Norse

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Kolby Rank #1,272

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1272 for Kolby.

Is Gerald or Kolby more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Kolby at #1272 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Kolby mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Kolby means "dark settlement, coal town" (Old Norse origin).

Are Gerald and Kolby boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Kolby is primarily a boy name.