Ruler of the spear
Derived from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning spear and 'wald' meaning rule. It is a cognate of the more common Gerald, brought to England by the Normans. While it fell out of favor compared to its variant, it retains a sturdy, medieval character.
Less common today
Gerold isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,449 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Swiss author and playwright
Swiss politician and former President of the Council of States
Lord Commander of the Kingsguard · A Song of Ice and Fire
