Jerald vs Kincaid

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jerald

Boy #3,957 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the spear"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,957
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jerry, Jer

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Jerald Rank #3,957
Kincaid Rank #4,041

Jerald is more popular, ranked #3957 vs #4041 for Kincaid.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jerald ___

  • Jerald Lee
  • Jerald Wayne
  • Jerald Ray
  • Jerald Eugene
  • Jerald Dean
  • Jerald Scott

Kincaid ___

  • Kincaid James
  • Kincaid Alexander
  • Kincaid William
  • Kincaid Robert
  • Kincaid Reid
  • Kincaid Grant

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jerald or Kincaid more popular?

Jerald is more popular, ranked #3957 compared to Kincaid at #4041 in the United States.

What do Jerald and Kincaid mean?

Jerald means "ruler of the spear" (Old High German origin). Kincaid means "head of the pass" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Jerald and Kincaid boy or girl names?

Jerald is primarily a boy name. Kincaid is primarily a boy name.

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