Gerard vs Kip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerard

Boy #1,529 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave spear, strong with a spear"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

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Gerard Rank #1,529

Kip Rank #1,457

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 vs #1529 for Gerard.

Is Gerard or Kip more popular?

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 compared to Gerard at #1529 in the United States.

What do Gerard and Kip mean?

Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin). Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin).

Are Gerard and Kip boy or girl names?

Gerard is primarily a boy name. Kip is primarily a boy name.