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Terrence vs Gerard

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

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Popularity Comparison

Terrence Rank #1,525
Gerard Rank #1,529

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 vs #1529 for Gerard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terrence or Gerard more popular?

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 compared to Gerard at #1529 in the United States.

What do Terrence and Gerard mean?

Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin). Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin).

Are Terrence and Gerard boy or girl names?

Terrence is primarily a boy name. Gerard is primarily a boy name.

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