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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Brave with a spear (via Gerard)
- Origin
- Spanish
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- heh-RAR-doh
Gerardo is a Spanish boy's name, pronounced heh-RAR-doh, that means "brave with a spear" via Gerard. It has a classic feel with a worldly, timeless style, so it suits parents who want a name with history behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Gerardo
Meaning: Brave with a spear (via Gerard).
Origin: Spanish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Gerardo
heh-RAR-dohIPA /hɛˈrɑːrdoʊ/
Popularity of Gerardo
Gerardo peaked at #205 in 1996, when 1,510 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #593 with 482 babies, so it is less common than it once was but still in regular use.
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FAQ
What does the name Gerardo mean?
Brave with a spear (via Gerard). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Gerardo?
Gerardo is pronounced heh-RAR-doh (IPA: /hɛˈrɑːrdoʊ/).
Is Gerardo a popular name right now?
Gerardo peaked at #205 in 1996 and is ranked #593 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1906–2024.)
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