How to Pronounce Gerald
Gerald / dzhehruhld /
The name Gerald is a Male name of English origin meaning "Spear ruler". It is pronounced dzhehruhld.
English Male
Meaning & Origin
Gerald is a English name meaning "Spear ruler". The name Gerald is of Germanic origin. It comes from the elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'wald' meaning 'rule'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic dzhehruhld
IPA d͡ʒɛɹəld
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as dzhehruhld. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Gerald
- · Gerald Ford - US President
- · Gerald Durrell - Naturalist
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Gerald?
- Gerald is pronounced dzhehruhld.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Gerald?
- The correct pronunciation of Gerald is dzhehruhld (IPA: d͡ʒɛɹəld).
- Is Gerald a English name?
- Yes, Gerald is a English name meaning "Spear ruler".
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