Jerald vs Thad

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
Thad Rank #26,404

Jerald is more popular, ranked #3957 vs #26404 for Thad.

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

Thad ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jerald

Deborah Terrance Beverly Darrell Carol

If you choose Thad

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jerald or Thad more popular?

Jerald is more popular, ranked #3957 compared to Thad at #26404 in the United States.

What do Jerald and Thad mean?

Jerald means "ruler of the spear" (Old High German origin).

Are Jerald and Thad boy or girl names?

Jerald is primarily a boy name. Thad is primarily a boy name.

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