Gerard
jeh-RAHRD
Popularity
#1529
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
58,833
Peak Year
#1,617 in 1956
First Recorded
1886
Style
Classic & Timeless, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Derived from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning "spear" and 'hard' meaning "brave" or "strong."
Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Gerard Butler
Scottish actor known for action films
Gerard Depardieu
French actor with many famous roles
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