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Gerard vs Eamon

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

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Eamon

Boy #1,504 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy protector"

Origin: Old English via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,504
Total SSA Count
119
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gerard Rank #1,529
Eamon Rank #1,504

Eamon is more popular, ranked #1504 vs #1529 for Gerard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerard or Eamon more popular?

Eamon is more popular, ranked #1504 compared to Gerard at #1529 in the United States.

What do Gerard and Eamon mean?

Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin). Eamon means "wealthy protector" (Old English via Irish origin).

Are Gerard and Eamon boy or girl names?

Gerard is primarily a boy name. Eamon is primarily a boy name.

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