Gervas

French

"skilled with a spear"

Gervas Origin and Meaning

The name Gervas is a boy's name of German origin.

Gervas is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from the name Gervasius, which may have come from a Germanic element meaning 'spear.' The name has historical significance in Christianity as Saint Gervasius was an early martyr alongside his twin brother Protasius. Gervas represents a shortened or modernized version of the traditional name. More common in parts of Europe, particularly with Eastern European and Latin influences, the name remains quite rare in English-speaking countries. Gervas has a sophisticated, slightly austere quality with its crisp consonants and classical roots. The name's rarity gives it distinction while its historical connections provide it with depth and character.