Gerald vs Vaughn

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
Vaughn Rank #1,188

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1188 for Vaughn.

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

Vaughn ___

  • Vaughn James
  • Vaughn Michael
  • Vaughn Alexander
  • Vaughn William
  • Vaughn Henry
  • Vaughn Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gerald

Donald Ronald Harold Barbara Judith

If you choose Vaughn

Brooks Camden Reid Sloane Greer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerald or Vaughn more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Vaughn at #1188 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Vaughn mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Vaughn means "small, junior" (Welsh origin).

Are Gerald and Vaughn boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Vaughn is primarily a boy name.

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