Gerrianne is a unique and beautiful feminine given name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish Gaelic word "Grian" which means "sun". The name Gerrianne is believed to have been created as a variant spelling of the Irish name Grainne, which was popularized by the legendary Irish hero Cú Chulainn's wife, Grainne Ní Mháille. Although not widely used today, Gerrianne remains a charming and distinctive name choice for parents looking for something different yet meaningful. It is often spelled in various ways such as Gerriane or Gerianne, but its origins and meaning remain the same.
The name Gerrianne has seen varying levels of popularity over the years in the United States, as indicated by the birth statistics from 1950 to 1968.
In the early years, the name was relatively uncommon, with only 6 births recorded in 1950. However, it began to gain some traction in the following years, with 14 births each in 1952 and 1957. The name's popularity continued to fluctuate throughout this period, reaching a peak of 14 births in 1957.
Despite these fluctuations, Gerrianne remained a niche name during this time, with no more than 14 births recorded in any given year. This can be attributed to its unique spelling and sound, which may have made it less appealing to some parents compared to more traditional or popular names.
Overall, the name Gerrianne was not widely used during this period, with a total of only 111 births recorded between 1950 and 1968. While it did experience some periods of modest popularity, it remained relatively uncommon throughout this time.