Gerard vs Darrell

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

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Darrell

Boy #1,470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,470
Total SSA Count: 123
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Gerard Rank #1,529

Darrell Rank #1,470

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 vs #1529 for Gerard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerard or Darrell more popular?

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 compared to Gerard at #1529 in the United States.

What do Gerard and Darrell mean?

Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Gerard and Darrell boy or girl names?

Gerard is primarily a boy name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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