Gerrard
Gerrard is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Brave with a spear, spear-hard.
Origin and history
Gerrard is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning spear and brave or hard. It serves as a variation of Gerard and Gerald. Though relatively rare in the United States, it maintains a steady, classic presence.
Popularity in the United States
634 babies in the United States have been named Gerrard since 1880. It ranks #4042 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1902.
States where it is most popular
- NY (63.2 %)
- FL (36.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 13 |
| 1950-1960 | 40 |
| 1960-1970 | 57 |
| 1970-1980 | 108 |
| 1980-1990 | 129 |
| 1990-2000 | 87 |
| 2000-2010 | 55 |
| 2010-2019 | 120 |
| 2020-2029 | 25 |
Famous people named Gerrard
- Gerrard Bushell: Business Executive, Public Official
Nicknames
Gerry, Jerry
Fun facts
- Gerrard evolved from an ancient Germanic personal name into a medieval surname before being readopted as a modern given name.
- The spelling variant Gerrard appears frequently in British and Commonwealth literature and media.