Gerrold is a unique, three-syllable male given name of German origin. It is composed of two elements: 'Gero', which means 'spear' and 'old', implying strength and wisdom, and '-ld', a suffix that likely denotes nobility or power. The name Gerrold was popularized in the United States during the mid-20th century, possibly due to its similarity to more traditional names like Gerald and Geraldine. However, it has remained relatively uncommon compared to these other variants, lending it a distinctive character.
"Interestingly, the name Gerrold experienced consistent popularity with five births each in the years 1940, 1943, 1946, 1947, and 1964, totaling twenty-five births over those decades."