US Popularity Rank: 2145

Origin: German

Meaning: Power of the spear

Gerald is a boy’s name that shares origins in Old English, French, and German. Meaning “power of the spear,” Gerald is based on the Germanic elements gaizaz and waldą. During the first half of the 20th century, Gerald was commonplace across the United States and was the name of the 38th president, Gerald Ford. The name has since fallen silent on baby name charts but certainly has its own vintage charm and fantastic history.