Jerry Goodson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jerry Goodson — English
648K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jerry Goodson is a name that combines English origins. The first name Jerry is a masculine given name of English origin. Jerry is a given name, usually used for males. It is of Old English origin, and sometimes can be spelled Gerry, Gerrie, Geri, Jery, Jere, Jerrie, or Jeri. It is a diminutive form (hypocorism) of George, Gerald, Gerard, Geraldine, Geronimo, Jared, Jeremy, Jeremiah, Jermaine, Jeronimo, or Jerome. The surname Goodson: Adrienne Goodson (born 1966), American basketball player Alfred Goodson (1867–1940), British businessman and public servant Barbara Goodson (born 1949), American voice actress Clarence Goodson (born 1982), American soccer player Don Goodson (1932–2010), English cricketer Ed Goodson (born 1948), American baseball player Ida Goodson (1909–2000), American classic female blues and jazz singer and pianist Ivor Goodson (born 1943), British educationalist Jonathan Goodson (born 1945), American television producer Katharine Goodson (1872–1958), English pianist Kenneth E. Jerry is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 648K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jerry reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jerry

English

Jerry is a given name, usually used for males. It is of Old English origin, and sometimes can be spelled Gerry, Gerrie, Geri, Jery, Jere, Jerrie, or Jeri. It is a diminutive form (hypocorism) of George, Gerald, Gerard, Geraldine, Geronimo, Jared, Jeremy, Jeremiah, Jermaine, Jeronimo, or Jerome.

Surname: Goodson

English

Adrienne Goodson (born 1966), American basketball player Alfred Goodson (1867–1940), British businessman and public servant Barbara Goodson (born 1949), American voice actress Clarence Goodson (born 1982), American soccer player Don Goodson (1932–2010), English cricketer Ed Goodson (born 1948), American baseball player Ida Goodson (1909–2000), American classic female blues and jazz singer and pianist Ivor Goodson (born 1943), British educationalist Jonathan Goodson (born 1945), American television producer Katharine Goodson (1872–1958), English pianist Kenneth E.

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Geographic Distribution

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

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Notable People Named Jerry Goodson

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 Jerry Goodson:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Personality Number

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

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 Jerry?
The first name Jerry originates from English. Jerry is a given name, usually used for males. It is of Old English origin, and sometimes can be spelled Gerry, Gerrie, Geri, Jery, Jere, Jerrie, or Jeri. It is a diminutive form (hypocorism) of George, Gerald, Gerard, Geraldine, Geronimo, Jared, Jeremy, Jeremiah, Jermaine, Jeronimo, or Jerome.
When was Jerry most popular?
The name Jerry reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Goodson?
The surname Goodson originates from English. Adrienne Goodson (born 1966), American basketball player Alfred Goodson (1867–1940), British businessman and public servant Barbara Goodson (born 1949), American voice actress Clarence Goodson (born 1982), American soccer player Don Goodson (1932–2010), English cricketer Ed Goodson (born 1948), American baseball player Ida Goodson (1909–2000), American classic female blues and jazz singer and pianist Ivor Goodson (born 1943), British educationalist Jonathan Goodson (born 1945), American television producer Katharine Goodson (1872–1958), English pianist Kenneth E.
How common is the surname Goodson?
The surname Goodson is shared by approximately 16K people worldwide.
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