Gerard

Definitions

1proper nounA male given name of Germanic origin, meaning 'brave with a spear'.

Gerard is known for his bravery in the community.

My uncle Gerard is visiting us this weekend.

Gerard was named after his grandfather.

Word Origin

Language

Germanic

Originally meant

brave with a spear

Background

The name Gerard has been used since the Middle Ages and was popular among the Normans. It combines the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'strong'. It was brought to England by the Normans and has remained in use ever since.