Meaning, origin, history
The name Geri is of German origin and means "spear". It is a short form of the German masculine name Gerhard, which is composed of the elements "ger" meaning "spear" and "hard" meaning "strong, brave, hardy". The name has been in use since the Middle Ages and was popular among the nobility during that time. Today, Geri is used as both a male and female name, although it is more commonly associated with males. Some famous people named Geri include Geri Halliwell, a member of the British girl group Spice Girls, and Geri Allen, an American jazz pianist.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Geri since 1880
Total births
8,021
Total since 1880
Peak year
1958
368 births
in 2018
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-36%
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vs previous 5 years