Rule of the spear
Jerold is a variant of Gerald, derived from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning spear and 'wald' meaning rule. It was introduced to the English-speaking world by the Normans and has seen various spelling evolutions over the centuries. While less common than the 'Gerald' or 'Jerrold' spellings, it retains a sense of mid-century strength.
Less common today
Jerold isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,311 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former director of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir
Dutch professional footballer
Influential author and consultant on fundraising
