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Gerald Dean Dial, 1925 - 2013
MyHeritage Family TreesGerald Leslie Dial, 1942 - 1990
MyHeritage Family TreesGerald Dial, 1949 - 2017
MyHeritage Family TreesGerald Mark Dial, born 1925
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Gerald Dial in The Tuscaloosa News - Feb 4 1982
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and AustraliaGerald E. Dial, 1923 - 1995
BillionGravesGerald Dean Dial, 1925 - 2013
FamilySearch Family TreeGerald Dial, 1923 - 1995
FamilySearch Family TreeGerald Leslie Dial, 1942 - 1990
FamilySearch Family TreeGerald Irvin Dial, 1904 - 1983
FamilySearch Family TreeGerald I. Dial, 1925 - 2011
Geni World Family TreeGerald Dial
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Gerald Dial, born Circa 1919
1940 United States Federal Census
Gerald Dial, born Circa 1923
1940 United States Federal Census
Gerald E Dial, born Circa 1924
1940 United States Federal Census
Gerald Dial, born Circa 1929
1940 United States Federal Census
Gerald O Dial, born Circa 1938
1950 United States Federal Census
Gerald Dial, born Circa 1949
1950 United States Federal Census
Gerald Dial, born Circa 1926
1950 United States Federal Census
Gerald Dial, born Circa 1922
1950 United States Federal CensusGerald Dial, born 1937
Famous People Throughout HistoryGerald C Dial, born 1922
Air Force Register ExtractsGerald C Dial, born 1930
Air Force Register Extracts
Gerald E Dial, 1923 - 1995
U.S. Social Security Death Index (SSDI)
Gerald I Dial, 1925 - 2011
U.S. Social Security Death Index (SSDI)
Gerald Dial, 1949 - 1981
U.S. Social Security Death Index (SSDI)
Gerald Lee Dial
New Jersey Marriage Licenses, 1915-2017
Gerald Lee Dial
New Jersey Marriage Licenses, 1915-2017
Gerald M Dial
New Jersey Marriage Licenses, 1915-2017
Gerald Leslie Dial, born 1942
U.S. Social Security Applications and Claims, 1936-2007
Gerald E Dial, born 1923
U.S. Social Security Applications and Claims, 1936-2007
Gerald D Dial, born 1958
U.S. Social Security Applications and Claims, 1936-2007
Gerald C Dial, born Circa 1923
1930 United States Federal Census
Gerald D Dial, born Circa 1924
1930 United States Federal Census
Gerald Dial, born Circa 1926
1930 United States Federal Census
Gerald Charldene Dial, born 1922
Missouri BirthsGerald Edward Dial, died 1995
Indiana, Allen County Burial Permits
Gerald I Dial, born 1925
U.S. World War II Army Enlistment
Gerald D Dial, born 1925
U.S. World War II Army Enlistment
Gerald E Dial, born 1923
U.S. World War II Army EnlistmentGerald L Dial
Colorado, Divorces, 1878 - 2004Gerald L Dial
Colorado, Divorces, 1878 - 2004Gerald L. "Boodie" Dial
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- USA 83%
- Germany 17%
The first name Gerald has its origins in Old German, derived from the elements "ger," meaning "spear," and "wald," meaning "rule" or "power," thus translating to "ruler with a spear." This name first appeared in the early medieval period and was particularly common in regions that are now part of modern-day Germany and England. Historically, those who bore the name were often associated with nobility or leadership, reflecting the martial connotations of its meaning. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, including Geraldus in Latin, Gerhard in German, and Gérald in French, each with slight differences in pronunciation and spelling. The name has remained popular in various forms throughout the centuries, often associated with strength and authority, and continues to be used in contemporary times.
The last name "Dial" has its origins primarily in the English-speaking regions, particularly in England, where it is believed to derive from the Old English word "dīgel," meaning "hidden" or "secret." This surname may have originally been a nickname for someone who was reserved or secretive, or it could have been occupational, referring to a person involved in a trade that required discretion. The name has also been linked to the Middle English term "diale," which referred to a person who worked with dials or sundials, suggesting a connection to timekeeping or measurement. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, including "Dale" or "Dials," which may reflect regional dialects or adaptations in spelling over time. In the United States, the surname has been recorded since the 19th century, often associated with families of English descent. While the name is not exceedingly common, it carries a sense of historical significance tied to its meanings and the characteristics of those who bore it.
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