Geraldo: Name Meaning, Origin, Nicknames and Popularity

The name Geraldo is of Germanic origin and is derived from the name Gerard or Gerald. The meaning of Geraldo is "ruler with a spear" or "powerful with a spear". It is a masculine name that is often associated with strength and leadership.

The name Geraldo has Portuguese origins. It is a variant of the name "Gerald," which comes from the Germanic name "Geraldus." The Germanic name is composed of the elements "ger," meaning "spear," and "wald," meaning "rule" or "ruler." Therefore, Geraldo can be interpreted as meaning "ruler with a spear" or "spear ruler."

According to the Social Security Administration's data, the popularity of the name Geraldo has been steadily declining in recent years. In 2020, it ranked #962 in the United States, with 157 baby boys being given that name. While still used, Geraldo is not as popular as it once was.

1. Gerald
2. Gerardo
3. Gerard
4. Jerry
5. Gerardito
6. Jerry
7. Geral
8. Jerald
9. Garry
10. Gearoid

Some common nicknames for Geraldo include:
1. Jerry
2. Gery
3. Geri
4. Geral
5. Aldo
6. G-Man
7. G-Dawg
8. Raldo
9. Gera
10. Gerri

1. Geraldo Rivera - American television personality and journalist
2. Geraldo Alckmin - Brazilian politician and former Governor of São Paulo
3. Geraldo Filho - Brazilian footballer
4. Geraldo Lucio de Freitas Almeida - Brazilian footballer
5. Geraldo Catharino - Brazilian judoka
6. Geraldo Majella Agnelo - Brazilian cardinal and Archbishop Emeritus of Salvador
7. Geraldo Luís - Brazilian TV presenter and journalist
8. Geraldo Vandré - Brazilian folk singer and composer
9. Geraldo Magela Pereira - Brazilian footballer
10. Geraldo de Melo Filho - Brazilian footballer