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Gio vs Gerald

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gio

Boy #1,163 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Italian

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,163
Total SSA Count
179
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gio Rank #1,163
Gerald Rank #1,168

Gio is more popular, ranked #1163 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gio or Gerald more popular?

Gio is more popular, ranked #1163 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gio and Gerald mean?

Gio means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Italian origin). Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Gio and Gerald boy or girl names?

Gio is primarily a boy name. Gerald is primarily a boy name.

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