Vernon vs Gerard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Vernon

Boy #1,557 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"alder grove"

Origin: Gaulish/Norman French

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Boy #1,529 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave spear, strong with a spear"

Origin: Old High German

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Vernon Rank #1,557

Gerard Rank #1,529

Gerard is more popular, ranked #1529 vs #1557 for Vernon.

Is Vernon or Gerard more popular?

Gerard is more popular, ranked #1529 compared to Vernon at #1557 in the United States.

What do Vernon and Gerard mean?

Vernon means "alder grove" (Gaulish/Norman French origin). Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin).

Are Vernon and Gerard boy or girl names?

Vernon is primarily a boy name. Gerard is primarily a boy name.