Gerald vs Palmer

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 #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

English American

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Palmer Rank #1,079

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Gerald or Palmer more popular?

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Palmer mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin).

Are Gerald and Palmer boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Palmer is primarily a boy name.