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Gerardo
Brave with a spear
Origin
Germanic
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Origin and meaning of Gerardo
Gerardo comes from the Germanic Gerhard, made of ger, 'spear', and hard, 'strong, bold': hence 'strong with the spear, valiant warrior'. Borne with great devotion in southern Italy thanks to the much-loved Redemptorist Saint Gerard Majella, it is also common in Spain and Latin America. It has well-known forms across Europe, from English Gerard to German Gerhard, and conveys strength and courage.
Variants around the world
How Gerardo sounds in other languages.
GerardGérardGerhardGerrit
Famous people
- San Gerardo Maiella— saint
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gerardo mean?
The name Gerardo means Brave with a spear.
What is the origin of the name Gerardo?
Origin of Gerardo: Germanic.
What are the international variants of the name Gerardo?
International variants of Gerardo: Gerard, Gérard, Gerhard, and Gerrit.