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Gerardo vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerardo

Boy #596 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"brave with a spear"

Origin: Old High German (ger + hard)

Cultural Roots

Spanish Mexican Italian Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#596
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gerardo Rank #596
Harold Rank #991

Gerardo is more popular, ranked #596 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerardo or Harold more popular?

Gerardo is more popular, ranked #596 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Gerardo and Harold mean?

Gerardo means "brave with a spear" (Old High German (ger + hard) origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Gerardo and Harold boy or girl names?

Gerardo is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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