Gerald Lutz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gerald Lutz — Germanic
464K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gerald Lutz is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Gerald is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Gerald is a masculine given name derived from the Germanic languages prefix ger- ("spear") and suffix -wald ("rule"). Gerald is a Norman French variant of the Germanic name. An Old English equivalent name was Garweald, the likely original name of Gerald of Mayo, a British Roman Catholic monk who established a monastery in Mayo, Ireland in 670. Nearly two centuries later, Gerald of Aurillac, a French count, took a vow of celibacy and later became known as the Roman Catholic patron saint of bachelors. The name was in regular use during the Middle Ages but declined after 1300 in England. The surname Lutz: Lutz is a surname and given name, occasionally a short form of Ludwig and Ludger. People with the name include: Surname Adolfo Lutz (1855–1940), Brazilian physician Aleda E. Lutz (1915–1944), American Army flight nurse Alois Lutz, Austrian figure skater, for whom the Lutz jump is named Anke Lutz (born 1970), German chess master Anne Mae Lutz (1871–1938), American cytogeneticist Berta Lutz (1894–1976), Brazilian scientist and feminist Bob Lutz (American football), American high school football coach Bob Lutz (businessman) (born 1932), Swiss American V.P. Gerald is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 464K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Gerald reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gerald

Germanic

Gerald is a masculine given name derived from the Germanic languages prefix ger- ("spear") and suffix -wald ("rule"). Gerald is a Norman French variant of the Germanic name. An Old English equivalent name was Garweald, the likely original name of Gerald of Mayo, a British Roman Catholic monk who established a monastery in Mayo, Ireland in 670. Nearly two centuries later, Gerald of Aurillac, a French count, took a vow of celibacy and later became known as the Roman Catholic patron saint of bachelors. The name was in regular use during the Middle Ages but declined after 1300 in England.

Surname: Lutz

English

Lutz is a surname and given name, occasionally a short form of Ludwig and Ludger. People with the name include: Surname Adolfo Lutz (1855–1940), Brazilian physician Aleda E. Lutz (1915–1944), American Army flight nurse Alois Lutz, Austrian figure skater, for whom the Lutz jump is named Anke Lutz (born 1970), German chess master Anne Mae Lutz (1871–1938), American cytogeneticist Berta Lutz (1894–1976), Brazilian scientist and feminist Bob Lutz (American football), American high school football coach Bob Lutz (businessman) (born 1932), Swiss American V.P.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gerald is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gerald by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gerald Lutz

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gerald Lutz:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gerald?
The first name Gerald originates from Germanic. Gerald is a masculine given name derived from the Germanic languages prefix ger- ("spear") and suffix -wald ("rule"). Gerald is a Norman French variant of the Germanic name. An Old English equivalent name was Garweald, the likely original name of Gerald of Mayo, a British Roman Catholic monk who established a monastery in Mayo, Ireland in 670. Nearly two centuries later, Gerald of Aurillac, a French count, took a vow of celibacy and later became known as the Roman Catholic patron saint of bachelors. The name was in regular use during the Middle Ages but declined after 1300 in England.
When was Gerald most popular?
The name Gerald reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lutz?
The surname Lutz originates from English. Lutz is a surname and given name, occasionally a short form of Ludwig and Ludger. People with the name include: Surname Adolfo Lutz (1855–1940), Brazilian physician Aleda E. Lutz (1915–1944), American Army flight nurse Alois Lutz, Austrian figure skater, for whom the Lutz jump is named Anke Lutz (born 1970), German chess master Anne Mae Lutz (1871–1938), American cytogeneticist Berta Lutz (1894–1976), Brazilian scientist and feminist Bob Lutz (American football), American high school football coach Bob Lutz (businessman) (born 1932), Swiss American V.P.
What are the origins of the name Gerald Lutz?
The name Gerald Lutz combines two different traditions: the first name Gerald has Germanic roots, while the surname Lutz originates from English.
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