Geraldine Reitz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Geraldine Reitz — Irish
219K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Geraldine Reitz is a name that combines Irish origins. The first name Geraldine is a feminine given name of Irish origin. Geraldine is a feminine form of the first name Gerald. Notable people with the name include: Geraldine Aves (1898–1986), British civil servant Geraldine Brannigan (born 1956), Irish singer Geraldine Chaplin (born 1944), American actress Geraldine Connor (1952–2011), British ethnomusicologist, theatre director, composer and performer Geraldine L. The surname Reitz: Christopher Reitz (born 1973), German field hockey goalkeeper Curtis R. Reitz (1929–2025), American academic, scholar of criminal law Deneys Reitz (1882–1944), South African writer and statesman Don Reitz (1929–2014), American ceramic artist Edgar Reitz (born 1932), German filmmaker Erik Reitz (born 1982), ice hockey player Gijs Bosch Reitz (1860–1938), Dutch painter Hans Walter Reitz (1888–1955), German architect of New Objectivity (architecture) Heinie Reitz (1867–1914), American baseball player Heinrich Reitz, German rugby union international J. Geraldine is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 219K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Geraldine reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Geraldine

Irish

Geraldine is a feminine form of the first name Gerald. Notable people with the name include: Geraldine Aves (1898–1986), British civil servant Geraldine Brannigan (born 1956), Irish singer Geraldine Chaplin (born 1944), American actress Geraldine Connor (1952–2011), British ethnomusicologist, theatre director, composer and performer Geraldine L.

Surname: Reitz

English

Christopher Reitz (born 1973), German field hockey goalkeeper Curtis R. Reitz (1929–2025), American academic, scholar of criminal law Deneys Reitz (1882–1944), South African writer and statesman Don Reitz (1929–2014), American ceramic artist Edgar Reitz (born 1932), German filmmaker Erik Reitz (born 1982), ice hockey player Gijs Bosch Reitz (1860–1938), Dutch painter Hans Walter Reitz (1888–1955), German architect of New Objectivity (architecture) Heinie Reitz (1867–1914), American baseball player Heinrich Reitz, German rugby union international J.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Geraldine 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 Geraldine by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Geraldine Reitz

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 Geraldine Reitz:

9
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Geraldine?
The first name Geraldine originates from Irish. Geraldine is a feminine form of the first name Gerald. Notable people with the name include: Geraldine Aves (1898–1986), British civil servant Geraldine Brannigan (born 1956), Irish singer Geraldine Chaplin (born 1944), American actress Geraldine Connor (1952–2011), British ethnomusicologist, theatre director, composer and performer Geraldine L.
When was Geraldine most popular?
The name Geraldine reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Reitz?
The surname Reitz originates from English. Christopher Reitz (born 1973), German field hockey goalkeeper Curtis R. Reitz (1929–2025), American academic, scholar of criminal law Deneys Reitz (1882–1944), South African writer and statesman Don Reitz (1929–2014), American ceramic artist Edgar Reitz (born 1932), German filmmaker Erik Reitz (born 1982), ice hockey player Gijs Bosch Reitz (1860–1938), Dutch painter Hans Walter Reitz (1888–1955), German architect of New Objectivity (architecture) Heinie Reitz (1867–1914), American baseball player Heinrich Reitz, German rugby union international J.
What are the origins of the name Geraldine Reitz?
The name Geraldine Reitz combines two different traditions: the first name Geraldine has Irish roots, while the surname Reitz originates from English.
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