Gerard vs Coy

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

Coy

Boy #1,507 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"quiet, calm, reserved"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Southern US

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,507
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Gerard Rank #1,529
Coy Rank #1,507

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 vs #1529 for Gerard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerard or Coy more popular?

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 compared to Gerard at #1529 in the United States.

What do Gerard and Coy mean?

Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Gerard and Coy boy or girl names?

Gerard is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons