NAME PROFILE
Gerard
Gerard is a traditional masculine name of Germanic origin meaning 'strong spear.' It combines the elements 'ger' (spear) and 'hard' (brave or strong). This name conveys a sense of valor and resilience, often associated with leadership and courage.
Key Stats
| Total births | 58,932 |
| Gender | Male (91% / 9%) |
| Peak year | 1956 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 21%NJ — 21%PA — 20%MA — 19%CA — 18%
Notable People
Gerard Butler (Actor, *300*) · Gerard Depardieu (Actor, *Cyrano de Bergerac*) · Gerard Way (Musician, My Chemical Romance) · Gerard Piqué (Former footballer, FC Barcelona) · Gerard Manley Hopkins (Poet)
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