Geraldine vs Laura

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Geraldine

Girl #2,024 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"spear ruler"

Origin: Old Germanic

English French American Irish

15 High Risk

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Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

English Italian Spanish German American

✓ All Clear

Geraldine Rank #2,024

Laura Rank #358

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 vs #2024 for Geraldine.

Is Geraldine or Laura more popular?

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 compared to Geraldine at #2024 in the United States.

What do Geraldine and Laura mean?

Geraldine means "spear ruler" (Old Germanic origin). Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin).

Are Geraldine and Laura boy or girl names?

Geraldine is primarily a girl name. Laura is primarily a girl name.