Gerard
girl nameGerard entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #3187 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#3187
peak (1913)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3187 |
| 1920s | #4441 |
| 1930s | #4418 |
| 1940s | #4858 |
| 1950s | #5242 |
| 1960s | #6006 |
| 1970s | #8395 |
| 1980s | #8787 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gerard are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gerard alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gerard in 2025?
- Gerard is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gerard most popular?
- Gerard peaked in 1913, reaching #3187 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gerard with classmates?
- Gerard will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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