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Gerald
JEH-ruhld
Gerald (name) means a male given name of Germanic origin, meaning roughly "spear-rule.". Example: “Gerald Ford served as the 38th president of the United States.”
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A male given name of Germanic origin, meaning roughly "spear-rule."
"The Eric Revis Trio, featuring the pianist Kris Davis, the bassist Eric Revis and the drummer Gerald Cleaver performing at the Jazz Gallery."
— Nate Chinen, Review: Eric Revis Trio Lets the Music Lead the Way at the Jazz Gallery (2015)
"Gerald Ford served as the 38th president of the United States."
How to use Gerald
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional male first name of Germanic origin.
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Etymology
From Old French, ultimately from Frankish elements meaning "spear" and "power," brought to England by the Normans.
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What does “Gerald” mean?
The word “Gerald” means a male given name of Germanic origin, meaning roughly "spear-rule.". In plain terms, a traditional male first name of Germanic origin.
How do you pronounce “Gerald”?
“Gerald” is pronounced JEH-ruhld (/ˈd͡ʒɛɹəld/ in IPA).
How do you use “Gerald” in a sentence?
Here is “Gerald” used in a sentence: “Gerald Ford served as the 38th president of the United States.”
What part of speech is “Gerald”?
“Gerald” is a name.
Where does the word “Gerald” come from?
The word “Gerald” comes from Old French. From Old French, ultimately from Frankish elements meaning "spear" and "power," brought to England by the Normans.
Is “Gerald” a common word?
“Gerald” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What are common nicknames for Gerald?
Gerald is commonly shortened to nicknames such as "Gerry" or "Jerry" in informal use, though the full form is typically used in formal contexts.
Is Gerald more often used as a first name or a surname?
Gerald is primarily a male given name of Germanic origin rather than a surname, typically appearing as someone's first name.
Are there female variants of the name Gerald?
Yes, feminine forms related to Gerald exist in English, such as "Geraldine," which shares the same Germanic root.
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