Geraldo
Meaning of Geraldo
Geraldo is a male name with Spanish origin. It is pronounced as heh-RAHL-doh (/xeˈraldo/) in Spanish and juh-RAHL-doh (/dʒərəlˈdoʊ/) in American English. The name Geraldo has variations, with one of them being Gerald.
Geraldo has been given to newborns in the United States for many years. In recent years, it has been moderately popular, ranking around 6000 to 10000 in terms of occurrence. The name Geraldo peaked in popularity in the 1990s when it ranked within the top 1000 names for baby boys. Over time, its popularity has slightly declined but remains a recognizable and timeless choice.
As a name, Geraldo does not have any specific associations or meanings beyond its Spanish origins. However, it carries a strong and masculine sound that can be appealing to parents seeking a traditional yet distinctive option for their baby boy's name.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as heh-RAHL-doh (/xeˈraldo/)
American English
- Pronunced as juh-RAHL-doh (/dʒərəlˈdoʊ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Geraldo
| Geraldo Rivera is a well-known American journalist, attorney, author, and political commentator who gained fame through his work at Fox News Channel and hosting various television programs. |
| Gerald Walcan Bright, known as Geraldo, was a popular English bandleader in the 1930s and 1940s, leading the "Gaucho Tango Orchestra" and modernizing his style for continued success. |
| Geraldo Majella Agnelo was a Brazilian prelate of the Catholic Church, serving as archbishop of São Salvador da Bahia from 1999 to 2011 and holding various other important positions within the Church. |
| Baron Geraldo of Resende was a prominent Brazilian aristocrat, landowner, farmer, and politician in the 19th century. |
| Geraldo Rafael Perdomo is a Dominican professional baseball shortstop for the Arizona Diamondbacks, making his MLB debut in 2021 and earning a spot in the MLB All-Star Game in 2023. |
| Geraldo Carneiro is a Brazilian musician, writer, and screenwriter. |
| Geraldo Lyrio Rocha was a Brazilian Roman Catholic prelate who served as bishop of Colatina, archbishop of Vitória da Conquista, and Mariana. |
| Geraldo Vandré is a Brazilian singer, composer, and guitar player. |
| Geraldo Moreira da Silva Júnior, also known as Geraldo, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Volta Redonda. |
| Geraldo Azevedo is a renowned Brazilian singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for his influential contributions to Brazilian popular music (MPB) and collaborations with Alceu Valença and Zé Ramalho. |
| Geraldo Rocha Pereira, also known as Geraldo, is a Brazilian professional footballer currently playing for Tarumã in the second division of the Campeonato Amazonense, with previous experience at Náutico in the Campeonato Pernambucano. |
| Geraldo Dantas de Andrade was a Brazilian Roman Catholic titular bishop and auxiliary bishop. |
| Geraldo de Oliveira was a Brazilian athlete who competed in the 1948 and 1952 Summer Olympics. |
| Geraldo Theodoro Pereira, also known as Geraldo Pereira, was a prominent Brazilian singer and samba composer who played a significant role in the evolution of samba in Rio de Janeiro. |
| Geraldo Pereira, also known as Geraldo Touro, is a retired Brazilian footballer who excelled as a forward during his professional career. |
