Geraldo

Geraldo is a masculine first name that is particularly prevalent in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions. It represents a form of the name Gerald and means 'the one who rules with a spear'. The origin of the name lies in the Germanic root name Gerwald, which is composed of the Old High German words ger (spear) and waltan (to rule).

What does the name Geraldo mean?

The name Geraldo, a Spanish and Portuguese variant of Gerald, means 'the one who rules with a spear'. Its roots trace back to the Germanic name Gerwald, which is composed of the Old High German terms ger (spear) and waltan (to rule). Variants of this name include Gerold (Old German), Gérald and Géraud (French), Giraldo (Italian), and Gierałd (Polish). Short forms include Gerry and Jerry.

Where does the name Geraldo come from?

The etymology of Geraldo is of both Old High German and Old Saxon nature, which explains the meaning 'the one who rules with a spear'. The Old High German and Old Saxon

How do you pronounce Geraldo?

The pronunciation of Geraldo is three syllables and fluid. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as 'Ge-ral-do' [dʒeˈʁaldo], creating a melodic connection between the syllables. The 'r' produces a gentle movement, while the 'o' at the end harmoniously rounds off the name. This gives Geraldo a sonorous and vibrant character that is soft and Mediterranean in nature.

When is the name day of Geraldo?

The name day for Geraldo is celebrated on March 13, October 13, December 5, and December 7.

Popularity

In Germany, Geraldo is a rather rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,195th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its highest ranking was in 2020 at 4,047th. Over the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it at 7,203rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it stands at 8,508th.

Nicknames & pet names

Gera

Famous people

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