Gerald vs Kolt

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Gerry, Jerry, Ger

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Gerald Rank #1,168
Kolt Rank #1,257

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1257 for Kolt.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gerald ___

  • Gerald Thomas
  • Gerald Edward
  • Gerald Francis
  • Gerald Michael
  • Gerald Lee
  • Gerald Wayne

Kolt ___

  • Kolt James
  • Kolt Lee
  • Kolt Wayne
  • Kolt Robert
  • Kolt Ray
  • Kolt Austin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gerald

Donald Ronald Harold Barbara Judith

If you choose Kolt

Ryder Maverick Jace Wyatt Rhett

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerald or Kolt more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Kolt at #1257 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Kolt mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Kolt means "young male horse" (Old English origin).

Are Gerald and Kolt boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Kolt is primarily a boy name.

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