Geraldina

Geraldina is the feminine form of the name Gerald and is used in Italian, Latin American, and Portuguese contexts. The name is interpreted as 'the spear ruler', 'the one who rules with a spear', or 'the ruler with a spear'.

What does the name Geraldina mean?

Geraldina represents the feminine variant of the name Gerald, which is prevalent in Italian, Latin American, and Portuguese cultures. The meaning of the name can be summarized as 'the spear ruler', 'the one who rules with a spear', or 'the ruler with a spear'. Its roots lie in Old High German, where it is composed of the elements ger for 'the spear', 'the javelin', or 'the trident' and waltan for 'to rule', 'to manage', 'to govern', or 'the ruler'. Other forms include Geralda, Geralde, Geraldine, and Geraldyn.

Where does the name Geraldina come from?

Geraldina is a female first name derived from Old High German, meaning 'the spear ruler'. The word components come from Old High German: ger stands for 'the spear', 'the javelin', or 'the trident', while waltan means 'to rule', 'to manage', 'to govern', or 'the ruler'. The name can be found in Dutch, Italian, Latin American, and Portuguese languages.

How do you pronounce Geraldina?

The pronunciation of Geraldina is fluid and follows a clear syllable structure. Typically, the name is pronounced as 'Ge-ral-di-na' [dʒeralˈdiːna] or [ɡeʁalˈdiːna] and unfolds in calm, well-balanced steps. The combination of soft and strong consonants creates a stable, dynamic sound line. The long 'i' gives the name a slight brightness, while the open ending rounds it off. Geraldina radiates tranquility and serenity – balanced, clear, and with a steady presence.

When is the name day of Geraldina?

The name day for Geraldina is celebrated on April 26.

Popularity

In Germany, Geraldina is a rather rare first name. In 2016, it reached the 4,471st place on the list of the most common female first names. Its best ranking was in 2015 at 4,092. In the last ten years, Geraldina has been given as a first name less than 10 times, placing it at 7,773 in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks at 9,410.

Nicknames & pet names

Dina / Geri / Gina