The nameGéraud
Géraud is a French boy's name of Germanic origin meaning "who rules by the spear". It is the name of a saint of Aurillac.
- Boy's name
- Germanic
Meaning
Géraud comes from the Germanic ger, "spear", and wald, "to rule". Gerald is the English equivalent.
Origin
Germanic. Saint Gerald founded the abbey of Aurillac in the 9th century.
History
The name is given steadily in France, especially in the south west and the Massif Central.
Popularity of the name Géraud
Géraud in France
Géraud was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 555 births over the decade, 22% of all recorded babies named Géraud. Half of all babies named Géraud in France were born before 1978, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Géraud mean?
Géraud comes from the Germanic ger, "spear", and wald, "to rule". Gerald is the English equivalent.
What is the origin of the name Géraud?
Germanic. Saint Gerald founded the abbey of Aurillac in the 9th century.
Is Géraud a girl's or a boy's name?
Géraud is a boy's name.