Gervais
Pronunciation: [ zh-erv-AY ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Gervais first appeared in US Social Security records in 2000.
Over 6 babies have been named Gervais in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gervais is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,428 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #23,428
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Gervais
Gervais is a boy name .
Gervais is currently ranked #23,428 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gervais include Ger, Gerv, Gervy, Gervie, Ais, Aisy, Aisie, Gey, Geie, and Gerkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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