Terry vs Geraldine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Terry

Boy #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

English American Irish

✓ All Clear

Girl #2,024 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"spear ruler"

Origin: Old Germanic

English French American Irish

15 High Risk

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Terry Rank #1,187

Geraldine Rank #2,024

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

Is Terry or Geraldine more popular?

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

What do Terry and Geraldine mean?

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

Are Terry and Geraldine boy or girl names?

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