Gerard
Meaning: Brave spear, strong with the spear
Origin: Germanic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #255
Total births: 646
History: Gerard peaked in the 1980s in Australia. The name carries French-Germanic heritage. Gerard represents the Catholic-Australian naming tradition with continental flair.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1966) | #84 |
| Babies named Gerard in 1966 | 75 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 646 |
| Peak year | 1960 (82 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #84 |
| Years in records | 1956–1966 (9 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 2 spots |
Frequently asked about Gerard
What does the name Gerard mean?
Gerard means “Brave spear, strong with the spear” from Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Gerard?
Gerard has Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Brave spear, strong with the spear”.
How popular is Gerard in Australia?
Gerard ranked #84 in Australia in 1966 — given to 75 babies that year.
When was Gerard most popular?
Gerard peaked in 1960 with 82 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Gerard a boy or girl name?
Gerard is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Gerards in registered births are male.
How long has Gerard been recorded in Australia?
Gerard appears in birth records in Australia across 9 years — from 1956 through 1966.