Gerald

American  

[jer-uhld] / ˈdʒɛr əld /

noun

1. a male given name: from Germanic words meaning “spear” and “rule.”

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Example Sentences

“Christianity isn’t a pacifist religion,” says the Rev. Gerald Murray, a Catholic priest and commentator on EWTN.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

In “Back to the Future,” Tolkan portrayed Vice Principal Gerald Strickland, who surveyed the school’s halls with a whistle around his neck and a tardy slip burning a hole in his pocket.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

The US Navy's most advanced aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R Ford, arrived in Croatia for repairs on Saturday after a fire on board injured sailors and caused significant damage.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

"During its visit the USS Gerald R Ford will host local officials and key leaders to recognise the strong and enduring alliance between the United States and Croatia," the embassy statement said.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

“Gerald Anderson. That sounds like a proper barrister. Dull. Boring. Imminently forgettable. Which is exactly what we want. That’s my name, Gerald Anderson.”

From "City Spies" by James Ponti