Gerardo is a distinguished given name of Latin origin, derived from the Spanish 'Gerard', which ultimately stems from the Germanic elements 'Garis' meaning 'strong' and 'hard' or 'brave'. It is often associated with strength, bravery, and leadership due to its etymology. The name Gerardo is popular in various Spanish-speaking countries and has been adopted into other cultures as well, demonstrating its timeless appeal.
"The name Gerardo saw a steady increase in popularity from the late 1970s to the mid-1990s, with peaks of 16 births in 1991 and 14 births each in 1995 and 1996. However, it has since declined, with only 5 births recorded in 2003."