Gerald vs Ross

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 #1,362 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"headland, promontory"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English American

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Ross Rank #1,362

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1362 for Ross.

Is Gerald or Ross more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Ross at #1362 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Ross mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Ross means "headland, promontory" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gerald and Ross boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Ross is primarily a boy name.