Gerri
Gerri is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Ruler with a spear; spear warrior.
Origin and history
Gerri is a diminutive of Geraldine or Gerald, originating from Germanic roots meaning 'ruler with a spear'. It gained moderate popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States, predominantly as a feminine given name. Today, it is rarely given to newborns, carrying a distinctly vintage mid-century feel.
Popularity in the United States
5,446 babies in the United States have been named Gerri since 1880. It ranks #2334 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.4 %)
- NY (12 %)
- OH (10.7 %)
- IL (10.5 %)
- PA (9.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 17 |
| 1930-1940 | 155 |
| 1940-1950 | 629 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,400 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,780 |
| 1970-1980 | 896 |
| 1980-1990 | 397 |
| 1990-2000 | 150 |
| 2000-2010 | 16 |
| 2010-2019 | 6 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Gerri
- Gerri Elliott: Business Executive
- Gerri Santoro: Historical figure
Fun facts
- Gerri evolved as an informal pet form for feminine names like Geraldine and masculine names like Gerald.
- The name saw its highest US popularity between the 1940s and 1960s before declining in usage.