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Gervase

OriginVariation of Gervaise, French
Meaning"skilled with a spear"
GenderBoy & girl
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About Gervase

This venerable name was introduced to England by the Normans after the conquest of 1066 and was relatively common during the Middle Ages. Saint Gervase, a Christian martyr from Milan, has lent the name religious significance.

Gervase for boys

Though never extremely popular in modern times, Gervase maintains an air of classical elegance and scholarly refinement. The name experienced brief revivals among families interested in historical names, particularly in Britain. Gervase offers a distinctive alternative to more common traditional names, providing both historical depth and a sophisticated sound that works well in contemporary settings.

Gervase for girls

Gervase as a feminine name is an unusual adaptation of the traditionally masculine Gervase (or Gervaise or Gervasius). With Latin roots in Gervasius, the name has historical significance as it was borne by several early Christian martyrs.

While Gervase has been used primarily for boys throughout European history, particularly in England during the Middle Ages, its feminine usage is quite rare. The female form more typically appears as Gervasia in some traditions.

Pronounced GER-vays.

As of October 2026, Gervase ranked #4256 in US births in 1960 SSA, peaked at #1918 in 1930.

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    American reality TV personality ("Survivor")

  • Gervase Henry CaryBoy

    Elwes, English operatic tenor

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  • (William) Gervase BeckettBoy

    1st Baronet, British banker and Conservative politician

  • Gervase Alan de PeyerBoy

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  • Gervase of TilburyBoy

    English canon lawyer

  • Gervase HelwysBoy

    Lieutenant of the Tower of London found guilty of murdering Sir Thomas Overbury

  • Gervase BabingtonBoy

    English bishop

Gervase in pop culture

  • Gervase Piercey ('Softy')Boy

    character in The Cuckoo in the Nest (1894) by Mrs Margaret Oliphant

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