Geralds — Family Name, Records and Arms

Geralds is one more way Gérard has been written over the centuries. Name scholars give the meaning as “Descendant of Gerard or Gerald (spear, firm)”. Geralds is listed among the recognised spellings of Gérard. Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms. You may also find the name written Gerardo and Gerhard.

According to the 2010 US Census, the Geralds surname had 678 bearers.

A coat of arms belongs to a particular family line rather than to everyone named Geralds, so the heraldry linked to Gérard is a starting point, not an automatic right. Research your Geralds family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.