Gerard vs Shea

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 #1,494 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hawk-like"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Gerard Rank #1,529

Shea Rank #1,494

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 vs #1529 for Gerard.

Is Gerard or Shea more popular?

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 compared to Gerard at #1529 in the United States.

What do Gerard and Shea mean?

Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin). Shea means "hawk-like" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Gerard and Shea boy or girl names?

Gerard is primarily a boy name. Shea is primarily a boy name.