Gerardo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationheh-RAHR-do / xeˈɾaɾðoSpanish; Italian
Meaning
Spanish: brave spear; Italian: strong spear
Historical & Cultural Background
Gerardo is a name of Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Germanic name Gerhard. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries. The name has historical significance, often associated with nobility and strength.
Trend Summary
Gerardo has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in Hispanic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gerard
- Gerry
International Variants
- Gerard (English)
- Gérard (French)
- Gerardo (Italian)
- Gerardo (Spanish)
Famous people named Gerardo
Gerardo Ortiz is a Mexican-American singer and songwriter known for his contributions to the regional Mexican music genre.
Gerardo Parra is a Venezuelan professional baseball player who has played in Major League Baseball.
Gerardo Reyes is a well-known Mexican singer and actor recognized for his work in the ranchera music genre.
Gerardo Martino is an Argentine football manager and former player, known for coaching various national teams.
Fictional characters named Gerardo
Gerardo is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', known for his role in the storyline.
Gerardo is a character in the animated series 'El Chavo del 8', recognized for his humorous personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gerardo was first seen in the United States in 1906. Gerardo has ranked as high as #377 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Arizona, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Gerardo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gerardo (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 144 | |
CA | 130 | |
AZ | 24 | |
IL | 23 | |
FL | 14 | |
NC | 13 | |
OK | 11 | |
NV | 11 | |
NY | 10 | |
GA | 9 | |
TN | 9 | |
NM | 7 | |
IN | 5 | |
VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1906 | 5 |
1908 | 5 |
1910 | 8 |
1912 | 9 |
1913 | 13 |
1914 | 11 |
1915 | 14 |
1916 | 13 |
1917 | 13 |
1918 | 12 |
1919 | 18 |
1920 | 13 |
1921 | 23 |
1922 | 32 |
1923 | 20 |
1924 | 18 |
1925 | 16 |
1926 | 23 |
1927 | 31 |
1928 | 19 |
1929 | 22 |
1930 | 30 |
1931 | 23 |
1932 | 20 |
1933 | 20 |
1934 | 21 |
1935 | 20 |
1936 | 14 |
1937 | 11 |
1938 | 22 |
1939 | 16 |
1940 | 29 |
1941 | 21 |
1942 | 21 |
1943 | 16 |
1944 | 27 |
1945 | 43 |
1946 | 37 |
1947 | 42 |
1948 | 57 |
1949 | 51 |
1950 | 71 |
1951 | 94 |
1952 | 74 |
1953 | 102 |
1954 | 113 |
1955 | 153 |
1956 | 132 |
1957 | 166 |
1958 | 177 |
1959 | 202 |
1960 | 233 |
1961 | 242 |
1962 | 253 |
1963 | 285 |
1964 | 265 |
1965 | 324 |
1966 | 297 |
1967 | 329 |
1968 | 349 |
1969 | 346 |
1970 | 445 |
1971 | 462 |
1972 | 461 |
1973 | 447 |
1974 | 517 |
1975 | 740 |
1976 | 680 |
1977 | 631 |
1978 | 576 |
1979 | 698 |
1980 | 636 |
1981 | 699 |
1982 | 689 |
1983 | 715 |
1984 | 624 |
1985 | 709 |
1986 | 710 |
1987 | 688 |
1988 | 837 |
1989 | 934 |
1990 | 1,065 |
1991 | 1,182 |
1992 | 1,299 |
1993 | 1,356 |
1994 | 1,286 |
1995 | 1,324 |
1996 | 1,510 |
1997 | 1,433 |
1998 | 1,472 |
1999 | 1,568 |
2000 | 1,703 |
2001 | 1,520 |
2002 | 1,442 |
2003 | 1,399 |
2004 | 1,414 |
2005 | 1,312 |
2006 | 1,292 |
2007 | 1,335 |
2008 | 1,174 |
2009 | 993 |
2010 | 864 |
2011 | 836 |
2012 | 817 |
2013 | 756 |
2014 | 773 |
2015 | 744 |
2016 | 682 |
2017 | 637 |
2018 | 491 |
2019 | 482 |
2020 | 510 |
2021 | 496 |
2022 | 493 |
2023 | 486 |
2024 | 482 |