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True vs Gerald

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

True

Boy #987 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"faithful, loyal, trustworthy"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#987
Total SSA Count
228
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

True Rank #987
Gerald Rank #1,168

True is more popular, ranked #987 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is True or Gerald more popular?

True is more popular, ranked #987 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do True and Gerald mean?

True means "faithful, loyal, trustworthy" (Old English origin). Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are True and Gerald boy or girl names?

True is primarily a boy name. Gerald is primarily a boy name.

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