Gehrig Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Gehrig originates from German, meaning 'spear ruler'. It evolved from historical forms like Gerhard and Gerrit. Gehrig is associated with strength and has biblical relevance of 'N/A'. It gained popularity in the early 20th century, largely influenced by the renowned baseball player Lou Gehrig.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gehrig"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɛrɪɡ/
Origin
German
Etymology
The name Gehrig is derived from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'ric' meaning 'rule' or 'power'.
Meaning
Spear ruler
Language Evolution
Gerhard, Gerrit, Gehrig
Historical Usage
The name Gehrig gained popularity in the United States in the early 20th century, particularly due to the fame of baseball player Lou Gehrig.
Variants & Derivatives
Gerhard, Gerry, Gerrit
Modern Popularity & Image
Gehrig is often associated with strength and resilience, largely due to Lou Gehrig's legacy and his battle with ALS.
Famous People
Lou Gehrig, Gehrig Johnson
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 43 peak births in 2003
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gehrig"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gehrig"
"Gehrig" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6024th of 7552 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8362nd of 16616 | 52 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3260th of 24088 | 484 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6884th of 23106 | 141 |
Regional Popularity of "Gehrig" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
57.15% 2951st/5164 |
49.49% 3619th/7313 |
51.80% 3866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Gehrig" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gehrig"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gehrig" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Gehrig" in the United States
The name Gehrig is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gehrig has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Gehrig' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6024th out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8362nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3260th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6884th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Gehrig' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.