Geraldine Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Geraldine Name at a Glance

Name	Geraldine
Meaning	Rules by the spear, ruling spear. Feminine form of Gerald:.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Geraldine Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Geraldine means “Rules by the spear, ruling spear. Feminine form of Gerald”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Geraldine Name Origin

Our database records Geraldine under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Geraldine a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Geraldine is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Geraldine

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