Geraldean Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Geraldean has its roots in Old German, meaning 'spear ruler'. It evolved from the name Gerald through the feminine form Geraldine. The name has a historical presence but is now rare, often associated with traits of elegance and strength. There is no significant biblical relevance.
The name Geraldean is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Geraldean has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Geraldean' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2449th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1489th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3920th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Geraldean' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Geraldean"
Pronunciation
/ˌdʒɛr.əlˈdiːn/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Geraldean is derived from the Old German name 'Gerald', which is composed of the elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'wald' meaning 'rule'. The suffix 'ean' is often used to create feminine forms in various names.
Meaning
spear ruler
Language Evolution
Gerald, Geraldine, Geraldean
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of Geraldine.
Variants & Derivatives
Gerald, Geraldine
Modern Popularity & Image
Geraldean is considered a unique and somewhat old-fashioned name. It evokes a sense of elegance and strength, though it is not commonly used today.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Geraldean"
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 "Geraldean"
"Geraldean" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2449th of 9107 | 231 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1489th of 9204 | 501 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3920th of 12526 | 184 |
Regional Popularity of "Geraldean" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Geraldean" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
76.67% 1814th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
48.49% 1141st/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
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| 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 "Geraldean"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Geraldean" 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.