Spear
Ger is a short form of various Germanic names beginning with the element 'ger', meaning spear. While often used as a nickname for Gerald or Gerard, it also exists as a standalone name in Dutch and Irish contexts. In an Irish context, it is frequently a diminutive for Gearóid.
Less common today
Ger isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,219 in 1991.
Former Irish hurler and manager
Renowned Irish physical therapist and distance runner
Dutch playwright and actor
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
