US Popularity Rank: 12090

Origin: German

Meaning: Spear-brave

The name Gerhardt is a boy's name. It's a German variant form of Gerard and means "spear-brave." The name has a long history and can be traced back to the early Middle Ages. It was likely used as a given name to honor courageous individuals. If you want to inspire your little one to be both determined and brave, Gerhardt is a great fit. Famous people with the name include Carl Friedrich Gerhardt, a German mathematician, and Christian Gerhardt, a German poet and hymn writer.