Jeryl is a unisex given name of American origin, derived from Gerald. It means "ruler with a spear". The name gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century and has since become quite familiar, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to other names like Jeremy or Gerald. Jeryl is often used as both a first name and a middle name, adding versatility to its usage. It can also be seen as a more unique alternative to traditional names like Jerry or Gerald.
The name Jeryl experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years. It started with a consistent low number of births from 1931 to 1946, ranging from 6 to 27 births per year. However, it peaked dramatically between 1954 and 1958, reaching a high of 89 births in 1954 and 155 births in 1955, indicating that Jeryl was quite fashionable during this period. After the mid-1960s, the name's popularity waned once again, with fewer than 20 births per year until it reached a low of 5 births in both 1972 and 1974. In total, over an 83-year span, Jeryl was given to 1029 newborns.