Gerald
Meaning
Rules With Spear
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrəld/
Traits associated with the name Gerald:
Dogs named Gerald tend to be loving, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Gerald?
Naming your dog Gerald suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name. It also suggests that you may have a fondness for classic names.
Is Gerald a good dog name?
Gerald has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Gerald isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Gerald is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Gerald was, in the past month, the 6371st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Gerald is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Gerald was viewed 41 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Gerald's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Gerald is most adored in Idaho, Nebraska and Colorado.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, New Jersey and Ohio.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Gerald.
Most popular breeds named Gerald:
- Boxer
- Labrador Retriever
- Chihuahua
Gerald is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Hailing from the 14th century, this moniker screams medieval canine nobility!
british
Common in British royalty and literature, indicating Anglo-Saxon origin.
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