In the US, a bearer of this name will be assumed to be of Italian or Latin American descent. And that is most likely true. However, I do think this is a good name and sounds much better than simply Gerard. The soft G makes a big difference and the 'O' feels like a natural and more gradual ending (that the English form lacks).
― Anonymous User 6/16/2021
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Gerardo Caccianemici dal Orso was the birthname of Pope Lucius II (Pontificate between 1144-1145).
In many hispanic countries (Central & South America) it is customary to have a name similar, or equal to a relative's in the family. The name Gerardo is given to males, but names like Geraldine, or Gerardy are given to females.