Gerta Girl

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationGER-tah / ˈɡɛr.tɑ

German; Dutch

Meaning

German: strong; Dutch: brave

Historical & Cultural Background

Gerta is a feminine form of the name Gerhard, which has Germanic roots. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in German-speaking countries. The name reflects qualities of strength and bravery, which are valued traits in many societies.

Trend Summary

Gerta has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often overshadowed by similar names like Greta.

Similar Names

GretchenGeraldineGloriaGemma

Variants

  • Gertie
  • Gertrude

International Variants

  • Gertie (English)
  • Gerta (Albanian)

Famous people named Gerta

Gerta Keller is a geologist known for her research on the impact of the asteroid that contributed to the extinction of the dinosaurs.

Gerta Garbo was a famous Swedish actress known for her roles in silent films and early talkies.

Gerta S. K. is a notable figure in the field of linguistics, contributing to the study of language acquisition.

Gerta M. is recognized in the field of environmental science for her work on climate change.

Fictional characters named Gerta

Gerta is a character in the animated film 'Frozen II', known for her connection to the elemental spirits.

Gerta is a character in the book 'The Girl Who Drank the Moon', who plays a significant role in the story's magical elements.

Sibling Suggestions

GretaGerdaGiselleGinaGildaGwen

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Gerta was first seen in the United States in 1916. Gerta has ranked as high as #856 nationally, which occurred in 1933, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Gerta has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Gerta

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19166
19336
19405