Jeraldo is a unique and distinctive given name of Spanish origin. It is derived from the Spanish word "gerardo," which means "spear strong." This name has been used historically in Spain and among Spanish-speaking communities around the world.
The name Jeraldo does not have any specific historical figures or characters associated with it, nor is it widely recognized as belonging to a particular group of people. However, it is possible that some individuals named Jeraldo may have notable achievements or stories connected to their name.
In terms of its meaning and symbolism, the name Jeraldo carries the same significance as the name Gerardo, which is "spear strong." This suggests strength, power, and courage, with the connotation that the person bearing this name is likely to be brave and determined.
The name Jeraldo has seen a varied number of births in the United States over the years, with fluctuations from year to year. The highest years for births with the name Jeraldo were in 1988 and 1989, with eight births each. This is followed by several years with five or six births per year, indicating that while Jeraldo may not be one of the most common names, it does have a consistent presence among newborns. Notably, there was a gap between 1990 and 2004 with no reported births for this name before it reappeared in 2004 with five births. Since then, the name Jeraldo has seen increased popularity with seven births in 2007 and eight births again in 2008. In more recent years, there were five births recorded in 2014. Overall, since 1987, a total of sixty-three babies have been named Jeraldo in the United States.