Gerard vs Glenn

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

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Gerard Rank #1,529
Glenn Rank #1,366

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #1529 for Gerard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerard or Glenn more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Gerard at #1529 in the United States.

What do Gerard and Glenn mean?

Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin). Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gerard and Glenn boy or girl names?

Gerard is primarily a boy name. Glenn is primarily a boy name.

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