Name Profile
Gerard
“Brave with a spear” — French
BoyFrench2 syllablesCurrent rank #191 (1958)
About Gerard
Gerard is a distinguished French boy's name that carries the powerful meaning "brave with a spear." It exudes an Old World sophistication and a steadfast, gentlemanly strength that commands respect.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginFrench
Syllables2
Nicknames for Gerard
GeraGerGerieGeryRard
Popularity in the U.S.
Gerard is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
Gerard popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Gerard had 1,473 births in 1958.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 1,044 | #197 |
| 1950 | 1,161 | #191 |
| 1951 | 1,303 | #183 |
| 1952 | 1,338 | #184 |
| 1953 | 1,366 | #186 |
| 1954 | 1,520 | #177 |
| 1955 | 1,523 | #179 |
| 1956 | 1,619 | #180 |
| 1957 | 1,516 | #189 |
| 1958 | 1,473 | #191 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gerard mean?
Gerard is commonly linked to the meaning Brave with a spear and is associated with French roots.
Is Gerard a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Gerard is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
What are common nicknames for Gerard?
Popular nicknames include Gera, Ger, Gerie, Gery, Rard.