Gerald vs Leighton

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 #1,040 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"herb garden settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Leighton Rank #1,040

Leighton is more popular, ranked #1040 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Gerald or Leighton more popular?

Leighton is more popular, ranked #1040 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Leighton mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Leighton means "herb garden settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Gerald and Leighton boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Leighton is primarily a boy name.