Gerard vs Niam

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 #1,435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright, radiant"

Origin: Old Irish

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Gerard Rank #1,529

Niam Rank #1,435

Niam is more popular, ranked #1435 vs #1529 for Gerard.

Is Gerard or Niam more popular?

Niam is more popular, ranked #1435 compared to Gerard at #1529 in the United States.

What do Gerard and Niam mean?

Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin). Niam means "bright, radiant" (Old Irish origin).

Are Gerard and Niam boy or girl names?

Gerard is primarily a boy name. Niam is primarily a boy name.