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Jerard
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,039
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1986
Peak Popularity Year
37
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jerard stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Jerard originates from Old French, meaning 'brave spear', and has roots in Germanic language. The name evolved from 'Gerard' to its modern form, retaining its significance of bravery. It does not have biblical relevance. Jerard rose to popularity during the Middle Ages and is still recognized today, though it is less common. Variants include Gerard and Jared, and it is viewed as a classic name in contemporary times.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈrɑrd/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Jerard is derived from the Old French name 'Gerard', which comes from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'hardy'.
Meaning
brave spear
Language Evolution
Gerard (Old French), Gerhard (German), Jérard (French)
Historical Usage
The name Jerard gained popularity in the Middle Ages, primarily in France and England, and has remained in use into modern times.
Variants & Derivatives
Gerard, Gerhard, Jared, Jarrad
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jerard is considered a relatively uncommon name, often viewed as a classic or vintage choice.
Famous People
Jerard McGinnis (American football player), Jerard Wright (American actor)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 37 peak births in 1986
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in New Jersey
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 8 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4717th of 6773 | 31 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3044th of 7552 | 141 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2355th of 10718 | 265 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2592nd of 16616 | 383 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7222nd of 24088 | 152 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10917th of 23106 | 62 |