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Kolsen vs Gerald

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kolsen

Boy #1,269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Nicholas, victory of the people"

Origin: Scandinavian/Greek

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,269
Total SSA Count
155
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Kolsen Rank #1,269
Gerald Rank #1,168

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1269 for Kolsen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kolsen or Gerald more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Kolsen at #1269 in the United States.

What do Kolsen and Gerald mean?

Kolsen means "son of Nicholas, victory of the people" (Scandinavian/Greek origin). Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Kolsen and Gerald boy or girl names?

Kolsen is primarily a boy name. Gerald is primarily a boy name.

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