Origin
Germanic (European)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Leo
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Jerold is a name often given to boys. Ranked #10278 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Germanic (European) origin and traditionally means "Mighty ruler armed with a spear". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Jerold
Jerold stems from ancient Germanic roots combining elements meaning spear and rule. Though uncommon today, it echoes names like Gerald and has a dignified, vintage charm. Modern bearers often project reliability and quiet leadership. The name suggests a person who values tradition yet adapts with grace.
Popularity
Currently ranked #10278 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Seeks truth and inner wisdom.
Desires creative self-expression.
Appears practical and reliable.
Leads with independence and initiative.
Zodiac & Astrology
Leo
Jerold radiates quiet authority like the lion sign.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Jerold projects steady, grounded authority.
Color Aura
Deep Gold
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Topaz
Spirit Animal
Lion
Power Word
Strength
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Reliable
Jerold values consistency and trust.
Thoughtful
He considers decisions carefully.
Protective
Jerold looks after loved ones.
Famous People Named Jerold
Jerold Hoffberger
American businessman and baseball team owner
Jerold Lucey
American pediatrician and researcher
Jerold in Pop Culture
Jerold
Various novels
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Independent films
Historical Events
1925
Name saw increased use in the United States.
1950
Common among mid-century American families.
International Variations
Jerold in Different Scripts
جيرولد
Arabic
杰罗尔德
Chinese (Mandarin)
ジェロルド
Japanese (Katakana)
제롤드
Korean
ג'רולד
Hebrew
Джералд
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Jerold:
Jerold James
Jerold Thomas
Jerold Michael
Jerold Alexander
Jerold Benjamin
Jerold William
Jerold Charles
Fun Facts & Trivia
Jerold shares roots with the popular name Gerald.
It peaked in popularity in the early 20th century.
The name evokes medieval knight imagery.
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boyPronunciation
JER-əld
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.