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Gerry

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Name — A casual short form of the male names Gerald or Gerard, or the female name Geraldine.

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Etymology

Formed by clipping the longer name and adding the familiar "-y" ending.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Gerry” mean?

The word “Gerry” means a casual short form of the male names Gerald or Gerard, or the female name Geraldine. In plain terms, a friendly nickname for Gerald, Gerard, or Geraldine.

How do you pronounce “Gerry”?

“Gerry” is pronounced GEH-ree (/ˈɡɛɹi/ in IPA).

What part of speech is “Gerry”?

“Gerry” is a name.

Is “Gerry” a common word?

“Gerry” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Gerry” have?

“Gerry” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a casual short form of the male names Gerald or Gerard, or the female name Geraldine.

Is Gerry a male or female name?

Gerry is most often used as a casual short form of the male names Gerald or Gerard, but it can also serve as a short form of the female name Geraldine, so it functions as a name used for both men and women depending on context.

What is the difference between Gerry and Jerry?

Gerry and Jerry are alternate spellings of the same casual nickname, both pronounced the same way, with "Gerry" more often linked to Gerald, Gerard, or Geraldine.

Is Gerry used as a surname as well as a given name?

Yes, besides being a short form of Gerald, Gerard, or Geraldine, Gerry also exists as a surname in its own right.

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