Gerard is a masculine forename of Proto-Germanic origin, [1] variations of which exist in many Germanic and Romance languages. Like many other early Germanic names, it is dithematic, …

Gerard James Butler was born in Paisley, Scotland, to Margaret and Edward Butler, a bookmaker. His family is of Irish origin. Gerard spent some of his very early childhood in Montreal, Quebec, but was …

Dec 1, 2024 · Derived from the Old German element ger meaning "spear" combined with hart meaning "hard, firm, brave, hardy". This name was borne by saints from Belgium, Germany, Hungary and …

Jul 9, 2025 · Choosing a name can feel overwhelming. A deep dive into the name Gerard reveals its origins, pronunciation, saintly roots, and global variants.

Dec 17, 2025 · Gil Gerard, who played television’s hunky sci-fi hero William “Buck” Rogers soon after the Star Wars franchise took hold in the late 1970s, has died. He was 82. Gerard died Tuesday in …

5 days ago · Amy Lynn Gerard, 54, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 3, 1972, in Lansing Michigan to Jean …

Meaning of the name Gerard. Listen and learn how to pronounce Gerard so you can get the correct pronunciation for this boy name.

Gil Gerard, who played the titular character in Buck Rogers and the 25th Century, has died at 82, his wife Janet Gerard announced on Facebook.

It is derived from the Old High German name "Gerhard", which consists of the elements "ger" (spear) and "hard" (brave, hardy). The name has been used in various Germanic languages and has been …

2 days ago · Olympic gold medalist Red Gerard, who will be competing with Team USA at the Milan Olympics in February, tells PEOPLE how he finds comfort in his sport's tight-knit community.