Jerald vs Tillman

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

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Tillman

Boy #3,978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who tills the land, farmer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,978
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Till, Tilly, Tim

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Popularity Comparison

Jerald Rank #3,957
Tillman Rank #3,978

Jerald is more popular, ranked #3957 vs #3978 for Tillman.

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

Tillman ___

  • Tillman James
  • Tillman Lee
  • Tillman Wayne
  • Tillman Scott
  • Tillman Ray
  • Tillman Dean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jerald

Deborah Terrance Beverly Darrell Carol

If you choose Tillman

Fletcher Harlow Grover Sutton Emmett

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jerald or Tillman more popular?

Jerald is more popular, ranked #3957 compared to Tillman at #3978 in the United States.

What do Jerald and Tillman mean?

Jerald means "ruler of the spear" (Old High German origin). Tillman means "one who tills the land, farmer" (Old English origin).

Are Jerald and Tillman boy or girl names?

Jerald is primarily a boy name. Tillman is primarily a boy name.

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