How Many People Are Named Geralynn?
Complete statistics for the name Geralynn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Geralynn is a very rare female name, with only 393 people bearing it today, making up just 1 in 840,233 Americans. The majority of those named Geralynn are over 60, giving the name a decidedly older-generation feel.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 6 represents harmony, balance, and responsibility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 62All 455 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1959Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Geralynn Through the Generations
Geralynn has seen its peak popularity in 1959 with 32 births, but since then, it's maintained a stable presence in the naming landscape. Today, there are 393 people named Geralynn living in the US, with 73% being over 60 years old. This age skew paints a picture of a name that's been around for decades, yet hasn't lost its charm among certain circles. With 28 under-30s, 96 aged 30-60, and 331 over 60, Geralynn stands as a bridge between classic and modern naming trends, holding onto its roots while adapting to new generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Geralynn's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Geralynn
How Many People Have the Name Geralynn?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 393 people in the United States currently share the name Geralynn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 840,233 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Geralynn a Common or Rare Name?
Geralynn is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Geralynn Mean?
Geralynn means "creative variant of Geraldine" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Geralynn in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Geralynn Most Popular?
The name Geralynn reached peak popularity in 1959, with 32 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Geralynn?
Approximately 393 people named Geralynn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 455. That works out to roughly 1 in 840,233 Americans.
Is Geralynn a rare name?
Geralynn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 840,233 Americans has this name.
What does the name Geralynn mean?
Geralynn means "creative variant of Geraldine" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Geralynn more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Geralynn are male and 100% are female.
When was Geralynn most popular?
Geralynn peaked in 1959 with 32 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.