Gerard vs Henri

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

Henri

Boy #1,593 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler, lord of the house"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

French Belgian Finnish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,593
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Gerard Rank #1,529
Henri Rank #1,593

Gerard is more popular, ranked #1529 vs #1593 for Henri.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerard or Henri more popular?

Gerard is more popular, ranked #1529 compared to Henri at #1593 in the United States.

What do Gerard and Henri mean?

Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin). Henri means "home ruler, lord of the house" (Old High German origin).

Are Gerard and Henri boy or girl names?

Gerard is primarily a boy name. Henri is primarily a boy name.

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