Gerilyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gerilyn is an American name that combines elements from the name Gerald, meaning 'spear ruler', and the suffix '-lyn'. It has evolved from names like Gerald and Geraldine and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It is seen as unique and creative, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gerilyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrɪlɪn/
Origin
American
Etymology
Gerilyn is a modern American name that combines elements of the name Gerald, which has Germanic roots meaning 'rule of the spear', and the suffix '-lyn', which is often used in contemporary feminine names.
Meaning
spear ruler
Language Evolution
Gerald, Geraldine, Gerilyn
Historical Usage
Gerilyn emerged as a feminine name in the mid-20th century, gaining popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s.
Variants & Derivatives
Geraldine, Geri, Lyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Gerilyn is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Gerilyn Bracken, Gerilyn Morrow
📊 Gerilyn Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Gerilyn Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 33 peak births in 1959
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Wisconsin
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gerilyn"
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 "Gerilyn"
"Gerilyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6192nd of 9204 | 28 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2566th of 12526 | 368 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4587th of 19264 | 196 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10321st of 27321 | 90 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 32490th of 35406 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Gerilyn" 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 "Gerilyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
78.49% 1748th/2227 |
75.31% 1830th/2430 |
- |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| 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 "Gerilyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gerilyn" 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 "Gerilyn" in the United States
The name Gerilyn is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast 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, Gerilyn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gerilyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6192nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2566th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4587th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 32490th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Gerilyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.