Gerward

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Gerward is derived from two Germanic elements, 'ger' meaning 'spear' or 'warrior' and 'ward' meaning 'protector'. Therefore, Gerward means 'the protector of the spear' or 'the warrior who protects'.
Popularity
Gerward is not a popular name worldwide, as it is considered rare and uncommon. It is not included in the top 1000 baby names in any country, according to the latest available data.

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Gerward Name meanings & History

Gerward is derived from two Germanic elements, 'ger' meaning 'spear' or 'warrior' and 'ward' meaning 'protector'. Therefore, Gerward means 'the protector of the spear' or 'the warrior who protects'. Dutch and German form of Gariward. Gerward is primarily used as a masculine name, given to boys at birth or as a confirmation name. It may also be used as a surname, albeit rarely.

Zodiac Sign of Gerward: Gregarious Gemini,Go-getter Virgo

Synonyms of Gerward:

G: Gregarious,Genuine,Goof-off,Go-getter

E: Enliven,Exaggerate,Expressive,Entertain,Enlighten,Environment

R: Reason,Restless,Rational,Resourceful

W: Wonderment,Wild,Wonderful,Wishful,Willful

A: Assertive,Action,Aggressive,Angry,Argumentative,Ambitious

D: Determined,Daddy,Dutiful,Domestic,Doting,Demanding

Gerward is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Formal name
  • a Unintellectual name

Related Names to Gerward

Gerward is related to several other Germanic names, including Gerwald, Gerhardt, and Gerard.