Gerald vs Larry

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 #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crowned with laurels, victorious"

Origin: Latin

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Larry Rank #1,070

Larry is more popular, ranked #1070 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Gerald or Larry more popular?

Larry is more popular, ranked #1070 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Larry mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Larry means "crowned with laurels, victorious" (Latin origin).

Are Gerald and Larry boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Larry is primarily a boy name.