Jeraldene

German and French, feminine variation of Gerald

"ruler with the spear"

Jeraldene Origin and Meaning

The name Jeraldene is a girl's name.

Jeraldene is a feminine variation of the masculine name Gerald, which has Germanic origins meaning 'rule of the spear.' The feminine suffix '-ene' was added to create a distinctly female version, following a naming pattern popular in the mid-20th century. Though never extremely common, Jeraldene saw modest usage in the United States during the 1930s-1950s. It offers the friendly nickname options of Jeri or Dena. This name carries a vintage charm that connects to a time when adapting masculine names for girls was fashionable. Jeraldene has a formal, dignified quality while maintaining femininity. Today, it's considered a rare choice that might appeal to parents seeking a name with historical roots but uncommon in modern classrooms.