Palmer vs Gerald

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Palmer

Boy #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

English American

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Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English Irish American

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Palmer Rank #1,079

Gerald Rank #1,168

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Palmer or Gerald more popular?

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Gerald mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin). Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Palmer and Gerald boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a boy name. Gerald is primarily a boy name.