Gérard (en. Gerard)

/ʒe.ʁaʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A common masculine name in France.

Gérard is a name that was very popular in the 1950s.

Gérard est un prénom qui a été très populaire dans les années 1950.

Often used to refer to a person suited for leadership.

This man has a natural charisma; he is a true Gérard in his team.

Cet homme a un charisme naturel, il est un vrai Gérard dans son équipe.

Can also refer to public figures named Gérard.

Gérard Depardieu is a famous actor in France.

Gérard Depardieu est un acteur célèbre en France.

The name Gérard comes from the old Germanic 'ger' (spear) and 'hard' (brave, strong).

To have a Gérard's heart

To be very generous and kind-hearted.

Avoir un cœur de Gérard

To be a Gérard

To be a trustworthy and respected man.

Être un Gérard

The Gérard of the family

The person on whom the whole family relies.

Le Gérard de la famille

manager

A person who manages a business or activity.

gérant

kind

Who is kind-hearted and amiable.

gentil

brave

Who has courage.

courageux

A man who is often distracted or dreamy.

This guy is a true Gérard; he is always daydreaming.

Ce gars, c'est un vrai Gérard, il est toujours dans la lune.

Used to refer to a close friend.

Hi, my Gérard, how's it going?

Salut, mon Gérard, comment ça va ?