Spear brave
Derived from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning spear and 'hard' meaning brave, hardy, or strong. It was introduced to Britain by the Normans and remained popular through the Middle Ages before becoming a classic choice in the 20th century.
Less common today
Gerard isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #527 in 1990.
Scottish actor known for '300'
Lead singer of My Chemical Romance
Influential Victorian poet and Jesuit priest
Spanish professional footballer
Astronomer for whom the Kuiper Belt is named
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
