Definitions

1. noun

A person bearing the surname Gervais, or the French surname itself. A commune in the Haute-Saône department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in eastern France.

“The family of Gervais has been living in the region for generations.”

2. proper noun

A given name, particularly common in France and used by actor Ricky Gervais.

“Ricky Gervais is a well-known comedian and actor with the given name Gervais.”