Gerard vs Coby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerard

Boy #1,529 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave spear, strong with a spear"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English French Irish Dutch German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,529
Total SSA Count
115
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Coby

Boy #1,590 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who replaces another"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,590
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Gerard Rank #1,529
Coby Rank #1,590

Gerard is more popular, ranked #1529 vs #1590 for Coby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerard or Coby more popular?

Gerard is more popular, ranked #1529 compared to Coby at #1590 in the United States.

What do Gerard and Coby mean?

Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin). Coby means "supplanter, one who replaces another" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gerard and Coby boy or girl names?

Gerard is primarily a boy name. Coby is primarily a boy name.

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