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Gerald vs Truce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerald

Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,168
Total SSA Count
178
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Truce

Boy #989 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"agreement to stop fighting, temporary peace"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#989
Total SSA Count
227
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gerald Rank #1,168
Truce Rank #989

Truce is more popular, ranked #989 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerald or Truce more popular?

Truce is more popular, ranked #989 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Truce mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Truce means "agreement to stop fighting, temporary peace" (Middle English origin).

Are Gerald and Truce boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Truce is primarily a boy name.

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