Origin and Meaning of Jerrill

A variant of the name Gerald, meaning 'rules with a spear' or 'spear warrior'.

Origin: English - Derived from the Old English elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'wald' meaning 'rule or power'.

• Jerrill is a modern variation of more traditional names such as Gerald and Jerry, which have been popular in various forms throughout the 20th century.
• While not extremely common, Jerrill is used primarily in English-speaking countries and reflects a trend in creating unique variations of classic names.
• Notable bearers of the Gerald variant include Gerald Ford, the 38th president of the United States.
• The name Jerrill does not have extensive popularity statistics but its roots in Gerald indicate it shares some popularity trends, peaking in the mid-20th century.
• Related names and variations of Jerrill include Jerry, Gerald, and Geraldine, which can be adapted to different genders.