Geraldene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Geraldene originates from Old German, meaning 'rule of the spear'. It evolved from the name Gerald through its feminine form Geraldine. The name is characterized by its vintage appeal and classic charm. There is no significant biblical relevance. Its popularity rose in the 20th century, and it remains less common today, associated with elegance.
The name Geraldene is most popular in Idaho, 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, Geraldene has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Geraldene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2801st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1721st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4268th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14677th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Geraldene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Geraldene"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛr.əl.diːn/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
Geraldene is derived from the Germanic name 'Gerald', which means 'rule of the spear' from the elements 'gari' (spear) and 'wald' (to rule). The feminine form Geraldene likely developed as a variation of Geraldine, which became popular in English-speaking countries.
Meaning
rule of the spear
Language Evolution
Gerald, Geraldine, Geraldene
Historical Usage
Geraldene gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine variation of Geraldine, which was already in use since the 19th century, primarily in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Geraldine, Geralda, Gerry
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Geraldene is viewed as a vintage name, often associated with elegance and classic charm, though it is not widely used in contemporary naming trends.
Famous People
Geraldene Holt, an English author., Geraldene L. McGowan, a noted Australian artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Geraldene"
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 "Geraldene"
"Geraldene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2801st of 9107 | 185 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1721st of 9204 | 405 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4268th of 12526 | 160 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14677th of 19264 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Geraldene" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Geraldene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
76.07% 1790th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Geraldene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Geraldene" 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.