Boy Name

Girard

"From Germanic elements meaning 'spear' and 'brave', signifying 'brave with a spear'."

About the Name Girard

Meaning

From Germanic elements meaning 'spear' and 'brave', signifying 'brave with a spear'.

Origin

Germanic

Gender

Boy

First Letter

Girard is a boy name of Germanic origin. The name means "From Germanic elements meaning 'spear' and 'brave', signifying 'brave with a spear'." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with G or explore other Germanic names.

Popularity Over Time

#307

1950

#220

1960

#118

1970

#112

1980

#83

1990

#17

2000

2010

2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Girard

GD Gérard Depardieu (French actor)
SG Stephen Girard (American philanthropist)

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Gerrard

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