Gerald vs Terry

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 #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

English American Irish

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Terry Rank #1,187

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1187 for Terry.

Is Gerald or Terry more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Terry mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Gerald and Terry boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.