Derald

Derald Origin and Meaning

The name Derald is a boy's name.

Derald is a masculine name of Germanic origin, emerging as a variant of Darrell or Gerald. The name Gerald comes from elements meaning 'spear' and 'rule,' suggesting strength and leadership. Derald gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1930s through the 1950s but has since become quite uncommon. It has an old-fashioned, distinguished quality that reflects mid-20th century naming trends. Derald offers the friendly nickname options of 'Der' or 'Derry.' While not widely used today, it represents a piece of American naming history and might appeal to parents seeking a vintage name with a strong, traditional masculine character.

Derald Rank in US Top 1000

# 998 in the US

Famous People Named Derald

• Derald Wing Sue professor at Columbia University and author of "Race Talk and the Conspiracy of Silence"