The nameGervais
Gervais is the French form of Gervase, an old boy's name borne by a Christian martyr. It was given in France mostly in the early 1960s.
- Boy's name
- Uncertain
Meaning
The origin of Gervais is debated. It is often linked to the Germanic ger, "spear".
Origin
Uncertain. Saints Gervase and Protase are two martyrs venerated in Milan.
History
The name remained discreet in France and peaked in the early 1960s.
Popularity of the name Gervais
Gervais in France
Gervais was most popular in France in the 1950s, with 880 births over the decade, 17% of all recorded babies named Gervais. Half of all babies named Gervais in France were born before 1939, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name.
Gervais in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gervais mean?
The origin of Gervais is debated. It is often linked to the Germanic ger, "spear".
What is the origin of the name Gervais?
Uncertain. Saints Gervase and Protase are two martyrs venerated in Milan.
Is Gervais a girl's or a boy's name?
Gervais is a boy's name.