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Geraldine vs Ezra

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Geraldine

Girl #2,024 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"spear ruler"

Origin: Old Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,024
Total SSA Count
97
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Ezra

Boy #13 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, powerful"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#13
Total SSA Count
8,774
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Geraldine Rank #2,024
Ezra Rank #13

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 vs #2024 for Geraldine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geraldine or Ezra more popular?

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 compared to Geraldine at #2024 in the United States.

What do Geraldine and Ezra mean?

Geraldine means "spear ruler" (Old Germanic origin). Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin).

Are Geraldine and Ezra boy or girl names?

Geraldine is primarily a girl name. Ezra is primarily a boy name.

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