Hardy spear or brave spearman
Derived from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning spear and 'hard' meaning brave or hardy. It is the French form of the name Gerard and was introduced to England by the Normans. While once common in medieval Europe, it is now considered a rare and distinguished choice.
Less common today
Girard isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,255 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
French mathematician and engineer, considered a founder of projective geometry
French-born American philanthropist and banker who was one of the wealthiest men in history
Constant Girard, founder of the Swiss luxury watch manufacture
