Geraldine vs Terry

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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Boy #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

English American Irish

✓ All Clear

Geraldine Rank #2,024

Terry Rank #1,187

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 vs #2024 for Geraldine.

Is Geraldine or Terry more popular?

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 compared to Geraldine at #2024 in the United States.

What do Geraldine and Terry mean?

Geraldine means "spear ruler" (Old Germanic origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Geraldine and Terry boy or girl names?

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