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Geraldine

female

Meaning

"Rule of the Spear"

Feminine form of Gerald, it derives from Germanic elements for rule and spear and spread in modern Europe.

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Popularity History of Geraldine

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#2013Ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#2013

Geraldine was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-414

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Geraldine Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Geraldine.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Geraldine

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Quick Facts

OriginGermanic, French, English
Syllables3
Length9 letters

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